Twice-Cooked Pork Recipe

Name: Twice-Cooked Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds pork belly (fresh unsmoked bacon), in one piece; 12 scallions, trimmed; 6 slices fresh ginger 1/4 inch thick; 1 tablespoon salt; 3 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; 1 1/2 tablespoons chili paste with soybeans (sold in Chinese groceries); 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry; 1 tablespoon soy sauce (preferably thin); 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns (sold in Chinese groceries), ground in a mortar; 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

2 pounds pork belly (fresh unsmoked bacon), in one piece
12 scallions, trimmed
6 slices fresh ginger 1/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon salt
3 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons chili paste with soybeans (sold in Chinese groceries)
1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce (preferably thin)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns (sold in Chinese groceries), ground in a mortar
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves

1
Place pork, 6 scallions, ginger and salt in large pot.
2
Add water to cover.
3
Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until tender.
4
Remove meat, and discard liquid.
5
When pork has cooled, remove skin and any bones.
6
Cut meat in half crosswise, then slice it thinly lengthwise.
7
Slice remaining scallions lengthwise, then in 3-inch pieces.
8
Heat oil in wok or skillet.
9
When very hot, add pork and stir-fry until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
10
Pour off excess oil and fat.
11
Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry 10 seconds.
12
Add scallions, and stir-fry 2 minutes.
13
Add chili paste, rice wine, soy sauce, sugar and Sichuan pepper, and stir-fry another minute.
14
Scatter with cilantro and serve.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds pork belly (fresh unsmoked bacon), in one piece, 12 scallions, trimmed, 6 slices fresh ginger 1/4 inch thick, 1 tablespoon salt, and more.

Yes, Twice-Cooked 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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Twice-Cooked Pork

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