Tender Braised Asian-Style Pork Belly with Lemongrass and Honey Marinade

Name: Tender Braised Asian-Style Pork Belly with Lemongrass and Honey Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Ingredients: 400 grams pork belly; 20 grams Ginger; 2 cloves Garlic Clove; 20 grams Lemongrass; 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce; ½ Lemon; 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce; 1½ tablespoons Honey; 1 dash Chili Powder; 1 dash Black Pepper; 1 pinch Salt; 2 teaspoons Teriyaki Sauce; 200 milliliters Water; 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil; Rice

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Narindra

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Dive into the world of Far Eastern flavors with this exquisite recipe for tender braised pork belly. This dish, inspired by traditional Asian culinary arts, is characterized by its deep, umami-rich flavor, perfected by a long marinating time and slow braising. The combination of fresh lemongrass, spicy garlic, sweet honey, and the salty notes of soy and oyster sauce creates an irresistible taste experience. The pork belly is first seared to form a delicious crust, then slowly braised in its own liquid until it's butter-soft and practically melts in your mouth. The result is a dish that is both hearty and refined, and pairs wonderfully with fragrant rice and fresh, braised vegetables. A true delight for anyone who loves hearty, aromatic cuisine!

Allergens

Lactose-Free

1,566kcal

3 Portions · 583 g

Protein

75 g

Carbohydrates

34 g

Fat

124 g

Fiber

3 g

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pork belly400 grams
Ginger20 grams
Garlic Clove2 cloves
Lemongrass20 grams
Dark Soy Sauce2 tablespoons
Lemon½
Oyster sauce1 tablespoon
Honey1½ tablespoons
Chili Powder1 dash
Black Pepper1 dash
Salt1 pinch
Teriyaki Sauce2 teaspoons
Water200 milliliters
Vegetable Oil2 tablespoons
Rice

Preparation and Marinade

1
Wash the pork belly thoroughly under cold water and pat it dry. Then cut it into coarse, bite-sized pieces and put them in a bowl.
2
Peel the garlic cloves and chop them very finely. Also chop the lemongrass very finely (it's best to only use the lower, more tender part).
3
Add the chopped garlic, finely chopped lemongrass, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, the juice of half a lemon, chili powder, and honey to the meat in the bowl. Season with pepper and salt to taste.
4
Mix everything thoroughly so that the meat is completely covered with the marinade. Make sure all spices are well distributed.
5
Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least one day (or ideally overnight) so that the meat can absorb the flavors well.

Braising the Pork Belly

6
Take the marinated pork belly out of the refrigerator. Just before searing, add the Teriyaki sauce and mix it in well.
7
Heat some vegetable oil in a large pot or deep pan over high heat. Add the meat mixture and sear it until it has developed a nice brown color on all sides.
8
Pour in enough water to cover the meat well. Reduce the heat to medium, place a lid on the pot, and let the meat braise until the liquid is greatly reduced and the meat is very tender (approx. 60 minutes).
1 h
9
Check if the meat is soft and easily falls apart. If not, let it braise a little longer. The sauce should be slightly thickened at the end.

Serving

10
Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions.
11
Serve the tender braised pork belly hot along with the cooked rice and your favorite braised vegetables, such as braised leeks with tomatoes (recipe available here on rocely.com).
12
Alternative for non-meat eaters: exactly the same marinade but with tofu.
13
Enjoy your meal!!!

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