Hainanese Braised Pork Belly

Hainanese Braised Pork Belly is a classic dish in Hainan cuisine, known for its tender and flavorful pork belly braised in a savory and aromatic sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a popular choice for family meals and special occasions.

Dietary Restrictions None Main Course Hainanese Chinese Cuisine Pork Belly Braised
Hainanese Braised Pork Belly

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (700g) pork belly, cut into thick slices
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
  • 2 star anise
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, blanch the pork belly slices in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat some oil in the pot and sauté the garlic, shallots, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add the blanched pork belly, star anise, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, five-spice powder, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the pork belly is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the Hainanese Braised Pork Belly hot with steamed rice.

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
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Enjoy the Hainanese Braised Pork Belly with steamed jasmine rice and a side of blanched vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the pork belly in the sauce overnight before braising.

Cost

$15