Braised Pork And Eggs (Thit Kho Tau) Recipe

Name: Braised Pork And Eggs (Thit Kho Tau)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 eggs; 2 pounds pork belly and/or pork shoulder, sliced into 1-inch pieces; 2 pieces garlic, minced; 2 pieces shallot, diced; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 pieces whole star anise; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 cups light coconut milk or coconut juice; 2 sprigs green onions, sliced

Servings: persons

8 eggs
2 pounds pork belly and/or pork shoulder, sliced into 1-inch pieces
2 pieces garlic, minced
2 pieces shallot, diced
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 pieces whole star anise
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 cups light coconut milk or coconut juice
2 sprigs green onions, sliced

1
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil. As soon as it reaches a rolling boil, take it off the heat, cover with the lid, and let it sit for 8 minutes. Peel, then set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the pork, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, star anises, and black pepper. Set aside.
3
In a dutch oven or medium-sized pot, heat only the sugar over medium-low heat to caramelize it, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sugar will melt, turn into a syrup, then become darker in color. The sugar burns very easily so keep a close eye! Once it turns golden brown, add the pork, increase the heat to medium-high, and stir to coat and brown the meat. After the meat is brown all over, simmer for 5 minutes to let the sauce cook down.
4
Pour in the coconut milk or juice, bring to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this time, ladle and discard any fat or foam that rises to the surface.
5
Add the peeled and boiled eggs and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat, gently stirring occasionally. Plate, top with sliced green onions (optional), and serve over rice.

1056

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 eggs, 2 pounds pork belly and/or pork shoulder, sliced into 1-inch pieces, 2 pieces garlic, minced, 2 pieces shallot, diced, and more.

Yes, Braised Pork And Eggs (Thit Kho Tau) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Pork And Eggs (Thit Kho Tau)

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