Pork Simmered With Five Spice Powder Recipe

Name: Pork Simmered With Five Spice Powder Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic; 2 shallots or possibly white part of 2 scallions; 1 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 tbsp. fish sauce (see Misc.); 6 tbsp. water; 2 tbsp. light soy sauce; 3/8 teaspoon five spice pwdr; Sprinkling of freshly grnd black pepper; 1 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1/2 pound pork shoulder with rind or possibly pork butt

Servings: persons

1
In a mortar, mash the garlic, shallots and sugar; add in the fish sauce, water, soy sauce, five spice pwdr and black pepper.
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over a high flame.
3
Drop the pork into the pot to brown.
4
Keep covered, uncovering only to turn the meat from time to time.
5
After the meat is well browned, add in the sauce mix.
6
Cover and turn the flame down to medium.
7
After 15 min, turn the pork in the sauce to color the meat.
8
Continue cooking for another 15 min, covered, uncovering periodically to check the progress of the cooking.
9
When you see only small bubbles and about 5 Tbsp.
10
of liquid, the cooking is completed.
11
Remove the meat and allow to cold slightly, then slice, arrange on a platter and pour the remaining sauce over.
12
Serve with rice and sour bean sprouts.

198

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cloves garlic, 2 shallots or possibly white part of 2 scallions, 1 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar, 1 tbsp. fish sauce (see Misc.), and more.

Yes, Pork Simmered With Five Spice Powder Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!