Simmered Pork Belly - Surprisingly Easy

1. 1

   Cut the white part of the scallion diagonally (Save the green part, since you'll use it later!)

2. 2

   Cut the pork belly in 3 cm pieces, and coat with katakuriko.

3. 3

   Put vegetable oil in a pan, add the pork, and brown on both sides.

4. 4

   (About 5 minutes over low-medium heat.)

5. 5

   Put the pork and the green part of the scallion in a pot, and add enough water to cover the pork.

6. 6

   Cover with a lid and boil for 1 hour over low heat.

7. 7

   Put the ingredients marked in a separate pot, and bring to a boil.

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   Add the white part of the scallion and the pre-boiled pork.

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   Cover with a drop lid/otoshibuta made of aluminum foil or parchment paper, and a lid.

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    Simmer over low heat for 1 hour.

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    After 30 minutes, add the boiled eggs, and turn over the pieces of pork.

12. 12

    Check the seasoning occasionally while cooking, and adjust to your taste.

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    When the meat and eggs have turned brown and the sauce has reduced, it's done!

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    If you make it ahead of time and let it cool, the flavor is absorbed well.

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    Reheat before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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