Braised Pork Belly with Galangal

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs pork belly, skin off
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup Chinese cooking wine
• 1 cup sugar
• 10 garlic cloves
• 5 slices galangal
• 3 stalks green onions, chopped

Instructions:

1. Cut the pork belly into 2-inch pieces.
2. In a large pot, bring the water, soy sauce, and Chinese cooking wine to a boil.
3. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
4. Add the garlic, galangal, and pork belly.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours or until pork is tender.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Verdict:

This braised pork belly with galangal recipe is a savory and flavorful dish that packs a punch with its unique combination of soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, and galangal, which adds a subtle spiciness to the pork belly. The pork belly is cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, with a rich and delicious flavor that will leave you wanting more.

Serving Suggestions:

This dish pairs well with steamed rice and vegetables such as bok choy or broccoli. The sauce also makes a great dipping sauce for steamed or pan-fried dumplings. Enjoy!