Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet; rotate to coat sides of skillet. Add pork pieces and cook until meat is browned.

Step 2

Add garlic and sauté for a minute. Add soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, pepper and water.

Step 3

Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, covered, or until pork are tender. (Watch it carefully. Don't let it dry out.) Add water ½ cup at a time several times until pork meat is tender and the desired amount of sauce has been reached. Stir in honey or brown sugar.

Step 4

Serve over steamed rice.

Step 5

Enjoy!