Sichuan-style Spicy Braised Pork Head
Sichuan-style Spicy Braised Pork Head is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. It is made by slowly cooking pork head in a spicy broth with Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, garlic, and ginger. The dish is known for its rich, savory flavors and is typically served with rice or noodles. Despite its name, the dish does not actually contain the head of a whole pig, but rather cuts of meat from the head.
Ingredients
- 1 pork head (about 3-4 lbs)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 8-10 dried red chili peppers
- 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 cup Shaoxing wine
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4-5 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 star anise
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cups water
About the recipe
Cook Time: 180 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium