Step 1

Combine the sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, lemon-line soda and a few drops of red food coloring in a container with a lid.

Step 2

Mix until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 3

Place the sliced pork in the mixture then toss until the pork is fully coated with mixture.

Step 4

Cover the container with the lid then place it in the refridgerator for 1 to 3 days to allow the meat to cure.

Step 5

To cook the tocino begin by heating medium size pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add a little water in the pan then add the cured pork.

Step 7

Allow this to simmer uncovered until all of the water is gone.

Step 8

When all of the water is gone add a bit of cooking oil.

Step 9

Fry the pork until a light brown crust appears around the edges of the meat then remove it from the heat.

Step 10

Serve with garlic fried rice and fried egg.