Finished dish photo of Braised Pork Belly (Rich but Not Greasy)

Braised Pork Belly (Rich but Not Greasy)

The secret to a rich but not greasy dish lies in the final step!

Time:30~60 minutes
Difficulty:Easy

Ingredients

Pork Belly1 jin
Ginger3 slices
Rock SugarTo taste
Light Soy Sauce2 tablespoons
Dark Soy Sauce1 tablespoon
Bay Leaves3 pieces
Star AniseHalf a piece
Green OnionTo taste
Cooking Wine2 tablespoons
Vinegar1 tablespoon
Quail Eggs10 pieces

Steps

1

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Over low heat, melt rock sugar in hot oil, add star anise, bay leaves, and Sichuan peppercorns, stir-fry until fragrant, then add a small bowl of water, mix well and remove from pan.

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4

Heat oil and sauté green onions, ginger, and chili, then add the braised pork and stir-fry briefly.

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5

Pour in two bowls of prepared sauce, add enough water to cover the meat, and simmer over low heat.

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6

Discard the large spices when the sauce is halved, then add the quail eggs.

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7

When the sauce has reduced, add garlic and green onions, stir-fry and serve.

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8

Leave some sauce; it’s amazing for soaking rice!

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The braised pork belly is rich but not greasy, and goes perfectly with rice!

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