Spiced Pork Belly Stew ()

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   In a claypot (or a regular pot), add ginger, scallions, star anise, wine, soy sauce, sugar, five-spice powder, chili and water.

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   Bring to a boil over high heat.

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   Reduce heat to low and let simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to boil and blanche pork belly briefly, about 2-3 minutes.

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   Drain and pat dry with paper towel.

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   Add pork belly to claypot, bring to a boil again.

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    Once it is boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and braise, covered, for 1 1/2 hours.

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    Finally, remove cover, turn heat up to high and cook for 30 more minutes, until sauce has reduced by 90%.

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    If you have time, skim off some of the fat floating on top while its simmering.

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    Note: This recipe is gluten-free if you use gluten-free soy sauce.

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    Adapted from cookbook 600

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.