Finished dish photo of Braised Pork Belly in Fermented Red Bean Curd Sauce

Braised Pork Belly in Fermented Red Bean Curd Sauce

Braised pork belly is always a favorite dish on the table! Today, let's try braised pork belly with fermented red bean curd sauce! Simple to make! Rich but not greasy, melts in your mouth 🤤, and leaves a unique aroma of fermented red bean curd! A must-have for rice! 1 tablespoon = 15ml 1 teaspoon = 5ml

Time:Over 1 hour
Difficulty:Beginner

Ingredients

Pork belly700g
Cooking wine, scallion, and ginger (for blanching)Appropriate amount
Scallion knot1 piece
Ginger slices3 slices
Minced garlic1 clove
Cinnamon stick1 piece
Bay leaf1-2 pieces
Star anise1 piece
Sichuan peppercornsA small handful
Stock or hot water500ml
Oil2 tablespoons
Sauce:to taste
Fermented red bean curd sauce120ml
Light soy sauce1 tablespoon
Cooking wine2 tablespoons
Sugar1 tablespoon
Dark soy sauce1 teaspoon
Red yeast rice powder (optional)1/4 teaspoon
Fermented red bean curd (optional)1 small piece

Steps

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Appealing color, bright and red! Infused with the aroma of fermented red bean curd 🥰

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Simmer over low heat for one hour until tender and melts in your mouth!

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Ready to start cooking!

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Clean the pork belly and cut it into chunks. Put it in cold water, and add sliced ginger, scallions, and a bit of cooking wine to blanch.

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Turn off the heat as soon as it comes to a boil.

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Rinse thoroughly with hot water.

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Prepare the sauce and spices.

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Add two tablespoons of oil to the pan and fry the pork belly until it releases some oil.

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Add ginger, garlic, and spices. Stir-fry until aromatic.

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Pour in the sauce.

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Stir-fry evenly!

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Add stock or water and one scallion knot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 50 minutes to an hour. Keep an eye on it towards the end to prevent it from drying out!

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After one hour, a delicious dish is ready!

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Ready to serve! Sprinkle with scallions! It's a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate 🤤🥰

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The best part is using the braising sauce to mix with rice! The ultimate companion for rice 😄👍

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Cooking Tips

Simmer over low heat! Don't rush! Stir occasionally to prevent sticking to the pot.