How to make salted pork leg?

Clean the pork leg thoroughly under cold water.

In a large bowl, combine salt and sugar to create a curing mixture.

Rub the curing mixture all over the pork leg, ensuring even coverage.

Place the pork leg in a container and cover it with plastic wrap.

Refrigerate the pork leg for 3-5 days, turning it daily to ensure even curing.

After curing, rinse the pork leg under cold water to remove excess salt.

In a large pot, combine water, soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, garlic, scallions, and spices.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Add the pork leg to the pot and reduce the heat to low.

Simmer the pork leg for 2-3 hours, or until tender.

Remove the pork leg from the pot and let it cool slightly.

Slice the pork leg into thin pieces for serving.

Drizzle sesame oil over the sliced pork before serving.

Serve with steamed rice or pickled vegetables.

Spice Level:

Allergens