Xi'an Style Stewed Pork Belly (Xi'an Hong Shao Rou)

Xi'an Hong Shao Rou, also known as Xi'an Style Stewed Pork Belly, is a classic dish from the Shaanxi province of China. This dish features succulent and tender pork belly stewed in a flavorful and aromatic sauce, making it a popular choice for family gatherings and special occasions.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Shaanxi Chinese Cuisine Pork Belly Stewed Traditional
Xi'an Style Stewed Pork Belly (Xi'an Hong Shao Rou)

Ingredients

  • 500g pork belly, cut into chunks
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. In a pot, blanch the pork belly in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in the pot and sauté the ginger, garlic, and green onions until fragrant.
  3. Add the blanched pork belly, star anise, and cinnamon stick to the pot.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir to coat the pork belly.
  5. Add water to the pot, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the pork is tender.
  6. Once the pork is tender, uncover the pot and allow the sauce to thicken.
  7. Serve the Xi'an Hong Shao Rou hot with steamed rice or noodles.

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 Chopping board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cup

Tools

Pot Tongs Serving bowl Serving spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Xi'an Hong Shao Rou pairs well with steamed rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the pork belly in the sauce ingredients for 1-2 hours before cooking.

Cost

$15