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Braised Pork With Sweet Soy Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from various regions in China, Braised Pork With Sweet Soy Sauce, or Hong Shao Rou, is a beloved dish that highlights the art of slow cooking. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, this dish symbolizes wealth and prosperity due to its rich, fatty pork. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, often adapted with local ingredients and flavors, yet maintaining its essence of savory sweetness and tenderness.

ChineseCNmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb pork belly
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon paprika

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: pork shoulder

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Pork shoulder is leaner and more affordable while still providing good flavor.

sweet soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce + sugar

💰Cheaper: regular soy sauce + sugar

Using low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake while maintaining sweetness.

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1. Prepare the pork by cutting it into desired pieces.

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2. Mince the garlic.

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3. In a pan, combine the pork, minced garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and paprika.

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4. Cook until the pork is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Red Braised PorkHong Shao Rou

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