Braised Pork Trotters with Soy Sauce (红烧猪蹄)

红烧猪蹄 (Braised Pork Trotters with Soy Sauce) is a classic dish in Jiangsu Cuisine, known for its rich flavor and tender texture. This dish is perfect for special occasions or family gatherings.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Jiangsu Chinese Cuisine Braised Pork Soy Sauce
Braised Pork Trotters with Soy Sauce (红烧猪蹄)

Ingredients

  • 4 pork trotters
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 2 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • Water

Instructions

  1. Clean the pork trotters and cut them into pieces.
  2. In a large pot, combine soy sauce, sugar, ginger, scallions, Shaoxing wine, star anise, cinnamon stick, and Sichuan peppercorns.
  3. Add the pork trotter pieces to the pot and add enough water to cover the trotters.
  4. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours, or until the trotters are tender.
  5. Once the trotters are tender, remove them from the pot and transfer to a serving dish.
  6. Strain the braising liquid and pour it over the trotters.
  7. Serve hot 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 Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Strainer

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 an extra depth of flavor, you can marinate the pork trotters in the braising liquid overnight before cooking.

Cost

$15