How to Make Delicious Braised Pork with Radish at Home?

Q: What makes Braised Pork with Radish special?
A: Its blend of savory pork with the sweetness and softness of radish, combined with aromatic spices, creates a comforting and flavorful dish.

Q: Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
A: Yes, while pork belly is traditional, you can substitute with beef or chicken, but cooking times may vary.

Q: Is it necessary to use cooking wine in this recipe?
A: Cooking wine enhances flavor, but it can be omitted or replaced with broth for a non-alcoholic version.

Braised Pork with Radish

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Ingredients:

• Pork Belly (五花肉) - 250g
• White Radish - 1
• Cooking Wine (太太乐料酒) - 1 spoon
• Dark Soy Sauce (老抽) - 2 spoons
• Chicken Bouillon (太太乐鸡汁) - 1/2 spoon
• Rock Sugar - a small handful
• Salt - to taste
• Ginger slices - few

Instructions:

1. Cut the pork belly into chunks and stir-fry to render out the fat. Add cooking wine during frying.
2. Continue to fry the pork until lightly browned.
3. Add ginger slices, dark soy sauce, boiling water, rock sugar, and salt to the pork.
4. Cut the radish into chunks and add to the pot. Cook together.
5. Simmer until the radish is tender and flavorful. Add chicken bouillon.
6. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition:

• High in protein
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from radish
• Moderate in carbohydrates
• High in fat, primarily from pork belly