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Summary

In this video, A Chan demonstrates how to make delicious braised pork with a simple yet effective technique. Starting with pork belly, the recipe highlights steps such as removing excess hair, caramelizing sugar, and carefully simmering the meat with a variety of spices like ginger, cinnamon, star anise, and bay leaves. The process results in a rich, tender dish with a vibrant color and a non-greasy texture. A Chan emphasizes key cooking tips, ensuring the pork is flavorful, tender, and visually appealing. A perfect dish for family meals!

Takeaways

• 😀 Ensure you use fresh, high-quality pork belly for the best results, with the ideal pork belly consisting of three layers of fat and meat.
• 😀 Before cooking, burn off the pig hair on the skin using a torch or heat it in a pan to remove any odor and dirt from the surface.
• 😀 Scrape the pork skin clean after washing it with warm water to prepare it for cooking.
• 😀 Cut the pork belly into strips and then into cubes for braised pork, making sure the pieces are large enough for the best braised texture.
• 😀 Prepare the seasoning ingredients, including ginger, cinnamon, star anise, bay leaves, Angelica dahurica, hawthorn slices, and an onion knot.
• 😀 Start the cooking process by frying the sugar to create a caramelized color in the pork belly, ensuring not to overcook the sugar to avoid bitterness.
• 😀 Stir-fry the pork belly with the sugar until the pork pieces are coated evenly, using a low flame to prevent burning.
• 😀 Add boiling water, soy sauce, and the seasoning ingredients to the pan, then cook for about 40 minutes, skimming off the foam and grease from the surface.
• 😀 After 40 minutes, remove the onion and ginger pieces and add salt and chicken essence, then continue simmering for another 20 minutes.
• 😀 Once the final simmering is done, turn the heat up to thicken the sauce, ensuring the pork turns tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful.
• 😀 The finished braised pork will be tender, flavorful, and not greasy, with a bright red color and a delicious melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Q & A

What is the main ingredient for this braised pork recipe?

The main ingredient for this braised pork recipe is pork belly, specifically a 3-layer cut.

Why is it important to remove the pig hair from the pork belly?

Removing the pig hair helps eliminate any odor from the pig skin, making the braised pork more appetizing and ensuring a clean final product.

How do you properly prepare the pork belly for cooking?

After removing the pig hair, wash the pork belly in warm water and scrape off any dirt. Then, cut the pork belly into strips and finally into cubes about 4 cm in size.

What is the purpose of frying sugar in the recipe?

Frying sugar helps create a caramelized color, known as 'sugar color,' which gives the braised pork its distinctive rich, glossy, red appearance and enhances its flavor.

Why should you be careful when frying sugar over medium heat?

If the sugar is fried on too high of a heat, it can turn bitter. Stirring continuously and using a moderate heat helps avoid this and ensures the perfect caramelization.

What are the aromatics used in this braised pork recipe, and what is their purpose?

Aromatics like ginger, cinnamon, star anise, bay leaves, Angelica Dahurica, and hawthorn are added to enhance the fragrance of the dish and help mask any undesirable smells from the pork.

Can I use a pressure cooker to speed up the cooking process?

Yes, after frying the pork and adding boiling water, you can use a pressure cooker to cook the pork for about 10 minutes instead of simmering for 40 minutes on the stove.

What is the role of the soy sauce in the recipe?

Soy sauce adds color, depth, and savory umami flavor to the braised pork. It is also used in combination with boiling water to help simmer the pork until tender.

How do you finish the braised pork once the simmering is complete?

After simmering for 40 minutes, remove the onion and ginger, then add salt and chicken essence. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes and reduce the sauce until it becomes thick and glossy.

What is the desired final result of the braised pork dish?

The braised pork should have a rich, glossy, red color, be tender, and melt in your mouth. It should taste fatty but not greasy, with balanced sweetness and savory flavors.