THIS CHINESE BRAISED PORK BELLY RECIPE, HONG SHAO ROU, IS PACKED WITH AUTHENTIC CHINESE FLAVORS. THE PORK BELLY IS JUICY AND UMAMI. IT MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH, BUT WITHOUT THE GREASY TASTE.
– pork belly – vegetable oil – sugar – soy sauce – lao chou – liao jiu – oyster sauce – salt – boiling water – onion – ginger – potatoes
Cut the pork belly into 1 inch-size cubes. Try to make sure there is both meat and fat on each cube.
Add the ribs into a large pot and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil and boil for 5 minutes.
Using a strainer or spoon, remove the scum (or the foam) on top.
Drain the pork belly using a strainer. Pat the pork belly dry with a paper towel.