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Hong Shao Rou Stew

A delicious Chinese braised pork belly stew, rich in flavor and perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Pork Belly cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce light
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce dark
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 3 pieces Star Anise
  • 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
  • 2 pieces Green Onions cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 slices Ginger
  • 2 cups Water

Instructions: 

  • 1. Blanch the pork belly pieces in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. In a large pot, caramelize the sugar over medium heat until it turns a deep amber color.
  • 3. Add the pork belly pieces to the pot and stir to coat them in the caramelized sugar.
  • 4. Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon stick, green onions, and ginger to the pot. Stir well.
  • 5. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  • 6. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes:

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of Shaoxing wine.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Braised Pork, Comfort Food
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