Braised Pork Knuckles with Soy Sauce (红烧猪蹄)

红烧猪蹄 (Braised Pork Knuckles with Soy Sauce) is a classic dish in Fujian Cuisine, known for its rich and savory flavors. This dish is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and flavorful pork knuckles that are perfect for a comforting meal.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Fujian Chinese Cuisine Braised Pork Soy Sauce Comfort Food
Braised Pork Knuckles with Soy Sauce (红烧猪蹄)

Ingredients

  • 4 pork knuckles
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 slices ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, blanch the pork knuckles in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add soy sauce, sugar, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  3. Add the blanched pork knuckles back into the pot. Pour in water until the pork knuckles are submerged.
  4. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until the pork knuckles are tender.
  5. Once the pork knuckles are tender, uncover the pot and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve the braised pork knuckles with steamed rice and enjoy!

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 Cooking spoon Cover for the pot

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the braised pork knuckles with steamed rice and blanched vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the pork knuckles in the soy sauce mixture for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$15