Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice (滷肉飯)

滷肉飯 (Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice) is a classic Taiwanese comfort food that features tender, flavorful braised pork served over steamed rice. This dish is beloved for its rich, savory sauce and aromatic spices, making it a popular choice for a satisfying meal.

Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice (滷肉飯)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork belly, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice wine
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 cups steamed rice

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the pork belly slices over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
  5. Once the pork is tender, uncover the pot and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens.
  6. To serve, spoon the braised pork over steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of pickled vegetables or a soft-boiled egg for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra flavor, marinate the pork belly in the soy sauce and rice wine for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$15