Hung Shao Pork: A Savory Chinese Culinary Journey
🕒 Times Table:
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 2 hours | 2 hours 15 mins |
🍖 Hung Shao Pork Recipe:
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine with our family-favorite, Hung Shao Pork. This one-pot wonder is both simple to prepare and rich in savory goodness. Don’t worry if you can’t find Szechuan peppercorns; the dish remains delightful without them.
Ingredients:
- 1 part light soy sauce
- 4 parts tamari
- 2 parts oyster sauce
- A clove of garlic
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 star anise
- 1 tablespoon Szechuan peppercorns
- 2 parts sugar
- 1 part sherry wine
- 2 parts MSG (optional)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2529.8
- Fat: 240.6g
- Saturated Fat: 87.7g
- Cholesterol: 326.6mg
- Sodium: 6180.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 35.2g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 27.1g
- Protein: 54.5g
Servings: 1
🔪 Instructions:
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Begin by infusing your kitchen with the enticing aroma of ginger and garlic. Stir-fry them in a generously sized casserole dish, creating a fragrant foundation for your culinary masterpiece.
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Gently lay the pork into the dish, ensuring the skin is facedown. If the pork exhibits an uncanny resemblance to your husband’s back, consider plucking it with tweezers for an optimal cooking experience.
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Now, for the magical moment – add all the remaining ingredients and a couple of cups of water to the casserole. Let the symphony of flavors meld together as you cover the dish and let it simmer over a very low heat for a blissful hour.
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Time for a flavorful flip! Turn the pork over and let it simmer for another hour. The anticipation builds as your kitchen becomes an aromatic haven.
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Fish the succulent meat out and place it lovingly in a bowl, basking in the richness of its cooked perfection.
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Let’s elevate the sauce! Reduce it slightly, take a moment to taste, and feel free to add more soy or oyster sauce if your culinary instincts guide you in that direction.
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To achieve culinary nirvana, strain the sauce through a sieve, pouring it over the awaiting meat. The symphony of flavors is now ready to dance on your palate.
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For an extraordinary culinary twist, refrigerate the meat, luxuriating in the sauce for at least 24 hours. The flavors, like a fine wine, intensify, creating a surprising depth of taste. This stage also makes it easier to remove any excess fat that may have risen to the top.
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Serving suggestions are diverse – pair it with rice for a classic experience, or explore its versatility in sandwiches. The cold sauce transforms into a delightful jelly, adding an unexpected culinary delight.
Embark on a gastronomic adventure with our Hung Shao Pork recipe, a time-honored dish that transcends generations, infusing your kitchen with warmth, aroma, and the joy of authentic Chinese flavors. Happy cooking! 🥢🍲👩🍳
