Finished dish photo of Gluten Braised Pork Belly

Gluten Braised Pork Belly

Braised pork belly with gluten made from native pork—irresistible to everyone 💋💋

Time:30~60 minutes
Difficulty:Easy to make

Ingredients

Pork belly800g
Gluten2 strands
Rock sugar4~7 pieces
Ginger3 slices
Braised soy sauce, light soy sauceA little
Cooking wineA little
Star anise, cinnamon stick2 each
Bay leaves3 leaves
Fermented bean curd1 piece
Fresh ginger2 slices

Steps

1

Cut the gluten into small sections, fry in hot oil until slightly golden, then set aside.

Gluten Braised Pork Belly - Step 1
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2

Leave a little oil in the pan. Clean the pork belly, cut into chunks, and blanch briefly. Heat the oil, then fry the pork until slightly golden and crispy.

Gluten Braised Pork Belly - Step 2
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3

Turn to low heat. Add ginger, rock sugar, cooking wine, star anise, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and fermented bean curd. Stir-fry evenly.

Gluten Braised Pork Belly - Step 3
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4

Drizzle with braised soy sauce and a little light soy sauce, add some salt and five-spice powder for coloring.

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5

Transfer the stir-fried pork into a pot, add enough water, and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for half an hour. If using a pressure cooker, after it starts steaming, reduce to medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Gluten Braised Pork Belly - Step 5
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6

When the pork is almost done, add the gluten and simmer until flavorful. Then serve.

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7

The delicious and enticing gluten braised pork belly is ready to serve.

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Cooking Tips

It's recommended to use pork belly with skin, making the braise tender and not dry. The skin is chewy and rich in collagen.