Star Anise Pork Recipe

Name: Star Anise Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro (optional); 1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 whole star anise pods, crushed; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; One 3-pound boneless pork shoulder, tied, or 6 pork loin chops, cut 1 1/4 inches thick (3/4 pound each)

Servings: persons

Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro (optional)
1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
1/4 cup dry sherry
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 whole star anise pods, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
One 3-pound boneless pork shoulder, tied, or 6 pork loin chops, cut 1 1/4 inches thick (3/4 pound each)

1
To make star anise pork chops In a small bowl, mix the stock with the sherry, soy sauce, brown sugar, star anise, garlic and five-spice powder.
2
To make star anise pork chops Season the pork with salt and pepper.
3
Heat the oil in a large enameled cast-iron casserole.
4
Add the pork and cook over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until browned all over, about 15 minutes.
5
Add the sauce mixture and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the casserole.
6
Cover tightly and cook over low heat for about 3 hours, turning the roast every 30 minutes, until very tender.
7
Remove the pork and boil the sauce until it is reduced to 1 cup, about 5 minutes.
8
Discard the strings.
9
Pull the pork into long shreds and return to the casserole.
10
Garnish with the cilantro and serve.
11
To make star anise pork chops Pour the sauce mixture into a large resealable plastic bag.
12
Add the chops and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or for up to 8 hours.
13
Drain the chops, pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
14
Heat the oil in a large skillet.
15
Add the pork chops and cook over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes.
16
Serve the pork chops.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro (optional), 1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth, and more.

Yes, Star Anise Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Star Anise Pork

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Variations & substitutions

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