Braised Pork Knuckles in Dark Soy Sauce (红烧猪蹄)
红烧猪蹄 (Braised Pork Knuckles in Dark Soy Sauce) is a classic dish in Haipai Cuisine, known for its rich and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 pork knuckles
- 1 cup dark soy sauce
- 1/2 cup light soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4 slices ginger
- 2 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- In a large pot, blanch the pork knuckles in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, combine dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, ginger, scallions, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Add the pork knuckles back into the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until the pork is tender.
- Once the pork is tender, uncover the pot and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the braised pork knuckles hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Measuring cups Measuring spoons
Tools
Tongs Ladle Cover for the pot
Serving suggestions
Serve the 红烧猪蹄 with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a deeper flavor, marinate the pork knuckles in the soy sauce mixture overnight before cooking.
Cost
$15