boneless centre-cut pork chops, about 3/4 in. thick • shallot, chopped • water • rice wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar • bay leaves • garlic, sliced • coconut milk (about 5 oz.) • large handful cherry tomatoes, halved • jalapeno or Serrano pepper, chopped • shrimp paste (I used Barrio Fiesta brand sweet bagoong)