Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork Recipe

Name: Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork shoulder, cut into about 1-inch cubes; salt and pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use more); 1/4 cup vegetable oil (more as needed); 1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic; 10 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 1/3 cup soy sauce (can use more); 1 -2 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder; 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for a thinner texture use only 1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch)

Servings: persons

4 lbs pork shoulder, cut into about 1-inch cubes
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use more)
1/4 cup vegetable oil (more as needed)
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
10 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1/3 cup soy sauce (can use more)
1 -2 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
2 tablespoons cornstarch (for a thinner texture use only 1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch)

1
Season the pork with salt, pepper and garlic powder (season the pork cubes with a small amount of salt or omit the salt and just season with pepper and garlic powder).
2
Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat.
3
Add in about 1/3 of the pork and saute until brown (about 6-7 minutes) transfer to a bowl and continue with the remaining pork.
4
Add in the fresh garlic, green onions and ginger; saute for 1 minute.
5
Return the pork to the pot along with any juices from the bowl or plate.
6
Add in 1-1/2 cups broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes and five-spice powder; bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the pork is very tender (about 90 minutes or more or less).
8
Stir/whisk in remaining broth and cornstarch together in a small cup; mix into simmering sauce.
9
Simmer until the gravy thickens, stirring occasionally (about 3-4 minutes).
10
Season with salt and pepper.

1551

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

136

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs pork shoulder, cut into about 1-inch cubes, salt and pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use more), 1/4 cup vegetable oil (more as needed), and more.

Yes, Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork 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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Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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