Shandong-style Braised Pork Belly

Shandong-style Braised Pork Belly

Shandong-style Braised Pork Belly is a traditional Chinese dish that features succulent and fatty pork belly cooked in a rich and savory broth. The pork is braised for several hours with aromatic spices, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic until it is melt-in-your-mouth tender. The dish is named after the Shandong province of China, where it originated, and is typically served as a main course with rice or steamed buns. It is a favorite dish among foodies and is popular in Chinese cuisine around the world.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb pork belly, skin on
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup light soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup Shaoxing wine
  • 1/2 cup rock sugar
  • 6 slices ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 star anise
  • 1/2 cinnamon stick
  • 3 cups water

About the recipe

Cook Time: 120 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium

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