Authentic Red Braised Pork Magic

Authentic Red Braised Pork Magic is a classic Chinese dish that is sure to impress your guests. This dish is a perfect combination of tender pork, rich flavors, and a beautiful red color. To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients:

- 2 lbs pork belly, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup Shaoxing wine
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-inch piece ginger, sliced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 star anise
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Serves: 4

Cooking Tips:

- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to braise the pork.
- Brown the pork cubes before braising to add extra flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness and saltiness to your liking by adding more or less sugar and soy sauce.

Instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the garlic, ginger, cinnamon sticks, star anise, bay leaves, and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for a minute until fragrant.
3. Add the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Add the pork back to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve the braised pork hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Appearance and Taste:
Authentic Red Braised Pork Magic is a beautiful dish with a deep red color and a glossy sheen. The pork is tender and succulent, and the sauce is rich and flavorful with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. The spices add a subtle warmth and complexity to the dish, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
Type of Dish:
Main Course

3 Main Ingredients:

- Pork Belly
- Soy Sauce
- Brown Sugar