Succulent Red Braised Pork
Succulent Red Braised Pork is a classic Chinese dish that is sure to impress your guests. This dish is made with tender pork that is braised in a rich and flavorful sauce until it is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The key to making this dish is to use the right ingredients and to cook it slowly over low heat.
To make Succulent Red Braised Pork, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 pounds of pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup of soy sauce
- 1 cup of Shaoxing wine
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 6 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 pieces of star anise
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 pieces of dried orange peel
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
To start, heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork belly and cook until it is browned on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the garlic, star anise, cinnamon sticks, and dried orange peel. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant. Add the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Return the pork to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Serve the Succulent Red Braised Pork hot with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
The Succulent Red Braised Pork is a savory and sweet dish that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The pork is tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. The appearance of the dish is a deep red color, and the aroma is fragrant and inviting.
Type of dish: Chinese Pork
Main ingredients: Pork belly, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine