Lu Rou Fan | Taiwanese Braised Pork Belly

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thigh reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce is healthier, while tamari is a gluten-free option.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu offers a plant-based alternative, while egg substitutes are budget-friendly.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.

Add white onion and cook until softened.

Stir in pork belly, cooking until browned.

Add star anise, cinnamon stick, dried chili, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and water.

Bring to a simmer and cover, braising for 20-25 minutes.

Add diced shitake mushrooms and cook until tender.

Serve topped with chopped spring onion.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens