Xi'an Style Braised Pork Knuckles (Xi'an Hong Shao Zhu Jiao)

Xi'an Hong Shao Zhu Jiao is a classic dish from Shaanxi Cuisine, featuring tender and flavorful braised pork knuckles with a rich and aromatic sauce.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Shaanxi Chinese Cuisine Braised Pork Shaanxi Cuisine
Xi'an Style Braised Pork Knuckles (Xi'an Hong Shao Zhu Jiao)

Ingredients

  • 4 pork knuckles
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chinese cooking wine
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 6 slices ginger
  • 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 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 rinse under cold water.
  2. In the same pot, add soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, ginger, green onions, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Stir and bring to a boil.
  3. Add the pork knuckles back into the pot. Pour in water until the pork knuckles are submerged.
  4. Cover and simmer over low heat for 2 hours, or until the pork knuckles are tender.
  5. Remove the pork knuckles from the pot and transfer to a serving plate.
  6. Strain the braising liquid and pour it over the pork knuckles.
  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
28g
Carbohydrates
2g

Supplies

Large pot Serving plate

Tools

Knife Cutting board Strainer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Xi'an Hong Shao Zhu Jiao with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the pork knuckles in the braising liquid overnight before cooking.

Cost

$20