Mao's Braised Pork Recipe
A classic Chinese dish with tender, flavorful pork belly braised in a rich, savory sauce.
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Main Ingredients
- 500 g Pork Belly cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 slices Ginger
- 2 cloves Garlic smashed
- 1 stick Cinnamon
- 2 star Star Anise
1. Blanch the pork belly in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, add the pork belly, soy sauce, sugar, water, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and star anise.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 90 minutes, until pork is tender and sauce is thickened.
4. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.5mg
Braised Pork, Chinese Cuisine, Comfort Food