Directions
- 1Cut pork belly into 2-inch cubes and quickly blanch to remove scum and impurities.
- 2Pound some rock sugar and caramelize it all over the pork until it’s amber in color.
- 3Toss in spices and aromatics.
- 4Pour in Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and enough water to barely cover the pork.
- 5Let the mixture simmer for about 1-2 hours.
- 6Reduce the liquid by letting it boil until the sauce is thick and glossy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork belly
- 1 piece rock sugar
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 star anise
- 2 green onions
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 cup water
Equipment
knifecutting boardmortar and pestlewokspoonchopsticks
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