Braised Pork Belly in Soy Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Cook Time
50 mins
-
Total Time
1 hr
-
Servings
4 people
-
Calories
611 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
Chinese
Braised Pork Belly in Soy Sauce Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by boiling water with garlic and cracked white peppercorns, into which pork belly cut into small pieces is added. After the pork boils, hard-boiled eggs and fried tofu join the pot along with soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and dark soy sauce to enrich the braising liquid. The pork belly is braised over medium to low heat for around 45-50 minutes until tender and flavorful.
The pork belly becomes soft and juicy as the fat renders down during the long cooking. The soy sauce mixture imparts a balance of saltiness and sweetness, while white peppercorns introduce a subtle heat and help neutralize any pork odor. The eggs and tofu absorb the savory sauce, adding textural variety.
This dish is best served hot with steamed white rice to soak up the braising liquid and balance richness. The tender pork belly and flavored eggs make it a satisfying meal component. Using pork belly with well-marbled fat ensures both moistness and flavor in the final dish.
The notes emphasize selecting pork belly with evenly distributed fat for tenderness and flavor. Soy sauce varieties form the core seasoning, and white peppercorns are key for aroma and heat. Adjust salt to taste after braising. Serving immediately maximizes freshness.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 head garlic lightly pounded with the back of a cleaver
- 1 lb (500g) pork belly cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon white peppercorn smashed and cracked
- 5 egg hard-boiled
- 8 oz (230g) tofu bean curd, fried, firm
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce kecap manis
- 1-2 tablespoons dark soy sauce add more for your desired color
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat up a pot, preferably a big clay pot, with 4 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, then add in the garlic, pork belly, and cracked peppercorns.
- Bring the pork belly to boil before adding the hard-boiled eggs, fried tofu, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce and dark soy sauce.
- Lower the heat to medium and braise the pork for 30 minutes or so until the pork belly is is cooked through and become tender. Add salt to taste. Continue to simmer on the lowest heat for another 15-20 minutes. Dish out and serve hot with steamed white rice.
Notes
- Choose pork belly with evenly distributed fat for the best tenderness and flavor during braising.
- The combination of soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and dark soy sauce creates the rich, balanced braising liquid.
- White peppercorns add a peppery note and help eliminate any porky odors for a cleaner aroma.
- Taste and adjust the salt toward the end of cooking depending on your preference and soy sauce saltiness.
- Serve the braised pork belly hot with steamed white rice to complement the rich sauce and tender meat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 611 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 611kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 69g | 106% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 314mg | 105% |
| Sodium | 1628mg | 68% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
You'll Also Love
