Braised Pork with Chestnuts

Cut the pork belly into small pieces

Heat the pan, add oil, stir-fry the pork until lightly golden, then remove

Leave oil in the pan, add rock sugar to make caramel

Cook until it turns orange-red and starts bubbling slightly

Add the pork belly and stir to coat with the caramel

Add green onion, ginger, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon, and dried chili. Stir-fry to release the fragrance

Add hot water and light soy sauce and dark soy sauce, then cover and simmer for 40 minutes

After 40 minutes, add the chestnuts and 1 spoon of salt, then simmer for another 15 minutes

Remove the spices and green onion & ginger

Turn up the heat to reduce the sauce, then serve

Braised pork is essential for a Lunar New Year dinner!