Finished dish photo of Rich and Flavorful, the Secret to Perfect Braised Pork

Rich and Flavorful, the Secret to Perfect Braised Pork

Braised pork is widely popular across China, serving as a staple dish for both family gatherings and friend banquets. It features a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that is rich but not greasy, making it a favorite for all ages. Online, you'll find countless methods for preparing braised pork, each with its own twist. However, the core ingredients remain the same: skin-on pork belly and soy sauce. Many friends have expressed concerns about caramelizing sugar for color, fearing it might turn bitter or look unappealing. This time, I used Totole Original Flavor Braised Soy Sauce, which eliminates the need for caramelizing sugar. The result is a simple yet delicious dish with a vibrant red hue, rich aroma, tender texture, and a healthy touch. Best of all, this soy sauce is additive-free, ensuring a safe and wholesome meal. The entire process avoids any additives or flavor enhancers, perfectly preserving and enhancing the meat's natural flavors for a more aromatic and mellow taste. Come, let's see how it's done! Click the link to buy my same Totole Braised Soy Sauce👉: https://equity.tmall.com/tm?agentId=635919&_bind=true&bc_fl_src=tmall_market_llb_1_800543&llbPlatform=_pube&llbOsd=1 Follow my recipe, and you could win exciting Totole prizes~ Event period: 6.12-7.24 Prizes: 1. Bruno×Snoopy Co-branded Light Breakfast Machine Mini Set + Taiyaki + Waffle Plate Value: 899 RMB Quantity: 1 set 2. Totole Original Flavor Soy Sauce Full Series (5 bottles) Value: 94 RMB Quantity: 6 sets Selection criteria: Submit your dish within the event period. Using Original Flavor Soy Sauce increases your chances of winning!

Ingredients

Totole Original Flavor Premium Braised Soy Sauce50g
Skin-on pork belly750g
Scallion1
Spring onion1 small bunch
Ginger1 small piece
Garlic5 cloves
Sichuan peppercorns10+
Star anise2
Bay leaves2
Cinnamon1 small piece
Rock sugar5g
Cooking wine30g

Steps

1

Prepare all ingredients. The pork belly must have alternating layers of fat and lean meat. Cut the scallions into sections, slice the ginger, and peel the garlic.

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Clean the pork belly and cut into large chunks. Blanch in cold water.

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Boil for about 3 minutes, then remove the pork and rinse off any foam.

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Cut the pork into larger pieces, about 2 cm in size.

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Heat a wok without oil. Add the pork and pan-fry over low heat.

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Avoid stirring too often. Use chopsticks to separate the pieces so each touches the wok. Slowly, fat will render. Flip to fry both sides.

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When the pork turns golden, push it aside. Add rock sugar in the center. Once melted, add scallions, ginger, garlic, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and bay leaves. Stir-fry briefly.

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Add cooking wine and Totole Original Flavor Premium Braised Soy Sauce. Stir until the pork is evenly coated.

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Pour in boiling water to cover the pork. Bring to a boil, then simmer for at least 1 hour.

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Monitor the liquid. Add more boiling water if needed. Reduce the sauce at the end, stirring to prevent sticking.

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Garnish with chopped spring onions for presentation.

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Cooking Tips

1. Always use skin-on, well-marbled pork belly for the best texture. 2. I didn't add salt this time—50g of Totole Premium Braised Soy Sauce provided perfect seasoning. Adjust salt to taste. 3. A non-stick wok or clay pot works well. 4. Blanch the pork in cold water; simmer in boiling water for maximum flavor.