Finished dish photo of Simple and Fail-Proof Cola Braised Pork Belly

Simple and Fail-Proof Cola Braised Pork Belly

A perfect holiday table must have a plate of pork belly! The correct way to enjoy braised pork belly is not only with the refreshing and tasty magic drink—Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, but also by using Coca-Cola as a seasoning to add a slightly sweet flavor and taste…

Time:Over 1 hour
Difficulty:Easy to make

Ingredients

Pork belly300g
Coca-ColaHalf a can
Green onions and gingerAppropriate amount
Star anise1–2 pieces
Bay leaves2–3 pieces
Cooking wine2 tablespoons
Rock sugar7–8g
Dark soy sauceHalf a tablespoon
Light soy sauce1 tablespoon
Oyster sauce (optional)1 tablespoon
Salt1–2g

Steps

1

Cut the pork belly into chunks.

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Soak a handful of gourd strips in advance. You can also use wide noodles, dried green beans, or potatoes, or skip adding any side dishes.

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Add water to the pot, bring the pork belly to a boil, and skim off the foam.

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Continue boiling for 5 minutes.

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Remove and drain the water for later use.

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Add a small amount of oil and a little rock sugar to the pot. If you don't like sweet dishes, use as little rock sugar as possible. Stir-fry to get some caramel color.

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Melt the sugar.

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Immediately add the pork belly and stir-fry to coat it with color.

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Pour in half a can of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. If you like a sweeter flavor, use a whole can.

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Add green onion slices, ginger, star anise, bay leaves, cooking wine, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and an appropriate amount of salt. Add enough water to cover, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 25 minutes.

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Add the gourd strips and bring to a boil. If the liquid is insufficient, add some hot water and continue to simmer over low heat for 25 minutes.

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Turn the heat up and stir-fry until the sauce thickens.

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Dish out and serve, garnished with some scallions.

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Of course, enjoy it with a refreshing bottle of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar!

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Sharing food and drinks as a family—what could be more joyful?

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Cola Braised Pork Belly is rich but not greasy, soft and flavorful, with sauce coating the pork belly—so fragrant...

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Take a bite of the pork, then a sip of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, and it's even more satisfying 😅😅😅

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