Name: Red Braised Pork Belly
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 50 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 2 lbs skin-on pork belly; 2 tbsp oil; 2 slices ginger; 4 green onions; 2 star anise; 3 tbsp rock sugar; 1/3 cup Shaoxing wine; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp dark soy sauce; 2 cups reserved blanching liquid

Red Braised Pork Belly

Succulent pork belly cubes simmered in a flavorful soy and star anise broth. A dish that promises rich flavors and a comforting feel.

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"The best braised pork belly I've ever made! The flavors are so deep, and the pork is so tender. A must-try!"

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Braised Pork Belly in Soy Sauce is a classic, savory dish that combines the tenderness of pork belly with the deep flavors of soy sauce, star anise, and ginger. Each bite melts in your mouth, releasing a burst of umami that will have you coming back for more.

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Why This Recipe Will Win You Over:

Perfectly tender pork belly
Deep, rich sauce that's perfect for drizzling over rice
Aromatic blend of spices and flavors that balance out the richness of the pork

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Making It Your Own

Add a touch of chili oil for some heat
Garnish with finely chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a burst of freshness and crunch
Serve with steamed bok choy or sautéed vegetables for a balanced meal

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Hungry Yet? Dive Right In!

Experience a symphony of flavors and textures with this braised pork belly recipe. Best paired with some jasmine rice to soak up all that delicious sauce.

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INGREDIENTS

2 lbs skin-on pork belly, 1” cubes
2 tbsp oil
2 slices ginger
4 green onions, 2” pieces
2 star anise
3 tbsp rock sugar
1/3 cup Shaoxing wine
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 cups reserved blanching liquid

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INSTRUCTIONS

Cut and blanch pork belly
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Brown pork with rock sugar
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Add aromatics and seasonings
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Simmer until tender
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Reduce sauce to desired consistency

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Enjoy! ♡

Connie Cooks

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Keywords: Pork belly, Braised, Soy sauce, Star anise, Chinese cuisine

Red Braised Pork Belly

Total Time:
2 hours 10 minutes
Yield:
6 servings

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Succulent pork belly cubes simmered in a flavorful soy and star anise broth. A dish that promises rich flavors and a comforting feel.

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs skin-on pork belly, 1” cubes
2 tbsp oil
2 slices ginger
4 green onions, 2” pieces
2 star anise
3 tbsp rock sugar
1/3 cup Shaoxing wine
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 cups reserved blanching liquid
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INSTRUCTIONS

Cut pork belly into 1-inch thick pieces.
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Boil and blanch the pork for 3-4 minutes, skimming off any foam.
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Rinse pork and set aside, saving the blanching liquid.
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In a separate pot, melt oil and sugar on low heat.
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Add pork and brown on medium heat for 5 minutes.
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Pour in Shaoxing wine, both soy sauces, blanching liquid, and then add ginger, green onions, and star anise.
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Boil on high heat, then cover and simmer on medium-low for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Once the pork is fork tender, uncover, increase to high heat, and reduce the sauce for about 15 minutes to desired thickness.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings
650
per serving

(% Daily Value)

Total Fat: 55g (85%)

Sodium: 600mg (25%)

Dietary Fiber: 0.5g (2%)

Protein: 35g

Vitamin C: 2mg (3%)

Potassium: 500mg (14%)

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Cholesterol: 150mg (50%)

Total Carbohydrate: 10g (3%)

Sugars: 8g

Vitamin A: 100µg (3%)

Iron 2mg (11%)

Phosphorus 300mg (30%)

Keywords:

Pork belly, Braised, Soy sauce, Star anise, Chinese cuisine