Five Spice Chinese Pork Stew Recipe

Name: Five Spice Chinese Pork Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pork kilo, paikut, sliced into cubes - you can use pork belly or spareribs as long as there is more meat than fat; pork for boiling the; water; pork; 1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder; 1/2 tablespoon cracked pepper; 1 tablespoon iodized salt; 5 bay leaves; 4 celery stalks; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 head garlic minced; 2 shallots medium-sized, /sibuyas na pula, sliced; 1 white onion large, sliced; 1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup light soy sauce; 3 cups pork stock the water used for boiling the pork; 1 ginger two inches in length, sliced into 1/4 inch slices; 1/2 tablespoon anise seed; 1/2 tablespoon cracked pepper; 198 grams mushrooms whole, sliced in half, it's chunkier that way

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pork kilo, paikut, sliced into cubes - you can use pork belly or spareribs as long as there is more meat than fat
pork for boiling the
water
pork
1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder
1/2 tablespoon cracked pepper
1 tablespoon iodized salt
5 bay leaves
4 celery stalks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 head garlic minced
2 shallots medium-sized, /sibuyas na pula, sliced
1 white onion large, sliced
1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup light soy sauce
3 cups pork stock the water used for boiling the pork
1 ginger two inches in length, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1/2 tablespoon anise seed
1/2 tablespoon cracked pepper
198 grams mushrooms whole, sliced in half, it's chunkier that way

1
In a large pot, add the pork with the rest of the ingredients for boiling. Add water, enough the cover by pork by 1/2 inch.
2
Boil on medium heat until the pork is fork tender. Once done, remove the pork from the pot.
3
Reserve the stock and run it through a fine sieve to strain the impurities.
4
In a wok or large pan, heat the oil and add the garlic. Allow to toast but be careful not to burn it.
5
Add the shallots and the white onion and saute until it sweats and goes slightly limp. Add the ginger and fry until very fragrant. Remove around 1/4 of the onion and ginger and reserve for garnish.
6
Add the pork and mix everything well until the pork is lightly toasted, around 2-3 minutes. Add the pork stock, followed the the soy sauce.
7
Add in the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cover the pot and allow the stew to reduce for 2 - 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for another minute. Remove from pan and serve hot, garnished with the sauteed onions and ginger, and with a heaping scoop of rice. Enjoy!

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pork kilo, paikut, sliced into cubes - you can use pork belly or spareribs as long as there is more meat than fat, pork for boiling the, water, pork, and more.

Yes, Five Spice Chinese Pork Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Five Spice Chinese Pork Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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