Hunan-style Braised Pork Belly
Hunan-style Braised Pork Belly is a classic Chinese dish originating from the Hunan province. This dish features thick slices of pork belly that are braised slowly in a combination of soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and various spices. The cooking process results in tender and succulent pork belly that is full of flavor and melts in your mouth. Hunan-style Braised Pork Belly is typically served with steamed rice or noodles, making it a popular dish in Chinese cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1kg pork belly, skin on
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 4 spring onions, sliced
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rock sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 1 orange peel
- 1 red chilli, chopped
- 500ml water
About the recipe
Cook Time: 180-200 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium