Traditional Hong Shao Rou

Traditional Hong Shao Rou is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by many. This dish is made with succulent pork belly that is braised in a rich and flavorful sauce. If you're looking to make this dish at home, then you're in luck! In this recipe, we'll show you how to make Traditional Hong Shao Rou that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients:

- 1.5 lbs pork belly, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 star anise
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Serves: 4

Cooking Tips:

- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to braise the pork belly. This will ensure that the heat is evenly distributed and the pork cooks evenly.
- If you can't find Shaoxing wine, you can substitute it with dry sherry or rice wine.
- Dark soy sauce is thicker and sweeter than regular soy sauce. If you don't have it, you can use regular soy sauce but add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar to the recipe.

Instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork belly and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, ginger, green onions, star anise, cinnamon stick, and Sichuan peppercorns to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, dark soy sauce, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve the Traditional Hong Shao Rou hot with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.
Appearance and Taste:
Traditional Hong Shao Rou is a beautiful dish with a deep, rich color and a glossy sheen. The pork belly is tender and succulent, and the sauce is sweet, savory, and slightly spicy. The dish has a complex flavor profile that is sure to impress your taste buds.
Type of Dish: Braised Pork
Main Ingredients: Pork Belly, Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar