Vietnamese Caramelized Salty Pork ( Thit Kho)

1. 1

   Wash and cut pork belly into 3/4 inch (cubed)pieces.

2. 2

   In a dry saucepan, melt sugar on high heat until it becomes golden brown but not candied.

3. 3

   Immediately, add pork belly pieces, onions, pepper, and garlic. Stir to get a golden color on the meat.

4. 4

   Add fish sauce and water, deglaze, and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce to low heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes (stirring occasionally) until sauce thickens a little. Add a little more fish sauce and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve over white rice.

7. 7

   Note: Some vietnamese add whole hard boiled eggs (better if you fry the hard boiled eggs in a little oil until golden brown skin) along with the liquids. Adding shrimp is also delicious.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.