 Pork stew with potatoes and cabbage | |
| Alternative names | La'uya,laoya |
|---|---|
| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Philippines |
| Region or state | Ilocos region |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Beef orpork |
| Ingredients generally used | Ginger,garlic,vinegar,bay leaves,peppercorns,potatoes,chayote,green papaya,cabbage,bak choy,mustard cabbage |
| Variations | Chicken,carabao |
Lauya/ˈlɑːuːjɑː/ is aFilipino stew. Its name is derived from theSpanish-Filipino term "la olla" (lit. "the ceramic pot"), likely referring to thenative clay pots (banga) in which stews were made in.[1][2] It is now often associated with theIlocanostew typically made withpork orbeef.[3][4][5] The term is sometimes used inIlonggo cuisine.[6][7]
Like many other Filipino dishes, this savory dish is often paired with a side ofcooked rice.
Ilocanolauya is characterized by its simplicity and few ingredients, a product ofIlocano resourcefulness. Historically, Ilocanos were typically given the less desirable cuts ofbony meats during theSpanish colonial period.[8] Today, various cuts of pork or beef may be used including:pigs feet,ham hock,pork butt,spare ribs,short ribs,shank,oxtail,chuck steak, andbrisket.[9][10][11]Chicken andcarabao can also be used.[12] The meats are cut into larger chunks in order to be simmered and braised for a longer period.[2][13]
Very few vegetables garnish Ilocanolauya, often limited to one or two choices. Stews containing pork and beef may be accompanied by potatoes and cabbage.[14]Chayote andgreen papaya can be used in stews containing pork or chicken.Bak choy ormustard greens can substitute for cabbage in beef stews while the leaves ofmoringa,bittermelon, andchili peppers are favored in chicken stews.[13]
A subtle amount ofvinegar is commonly added to the braising liquid to limit the gaminess of the meat rather than as a souring agent.[14] Salt is used along with a small amount offish sauce andsoy sauce, in addition to whole or coarsely groundpeppercorns.Ginger is used in beef and chicken stews, while pork stews usesgarlic.[15][16]Bay leaves are optionally added to pork and chicken stews when leafy greens are not added.[13]
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