Twice-Cooked Pork

Indulge in the bold flavors of Chinese cuisine with this Twice-Cooked Pork, featuring tender pork belly, spicy bean paste, and vibrant bell peppers. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.

• 500 grams pork belly
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons doubanjiang (spicy bean paste)
• 1 bell pepper red bell pepper
• 3 scallions scallions

Method

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the pork belly slices and blanch for 5 minutes to remove impurities.

2. 2

   Remove the pork and rinse under cold water. Slice the pork belly into thin pieces.

3. 3

   In a bowl, marinate the sliced pork with soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar for about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Heat a wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and stir-fry until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Add minced garlic and doubanjiang to the wok. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

6. 6

   Add the sliced red bell pepper and stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

7. 7

   Garnish with chopped scallions before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice.