Looking to whip up something cozy and delicious for dinner tonight? Look no further than this authentic Chinese braised pork recipe!
Ingredients you’ll need:
– 1 lb pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 3 tbsp soy sauce
– 2 tbsp sugar
– 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
– 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
– 1 tsp five-spice powder
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 inch ginger, sliced
– 2 green onions, sliced
– 1 cup water or broth
Marinating the pork:
1. Combine pork belly, soy sauce, sugar, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and five-spice powder in a bowl. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Braising the pork:
2. Heat some oil in a pan and add in the garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook until fragrant.
3. Add in the marinated pork and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the water or broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender.
Finishing touches:
5. Once the pork is tender, uncover the pan and let the sauce thicken.
6. Serve the braised pork over rice or noodles, garnished with more green onions.
Enjoy your cozy, authentic Chinese braised pork!