英语红烧肉菜单

Ingredients:

500g streaky pork belly

1 cinnamon stick

3 star anise （also called Da Liao）

5 slices of ginger

6 red dates （optional）

2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce （30ml）

1 teaspoon of salt （5g）

3 teaspoons of sugar （15g）

Instructions:

Prepare the Ingredients:Wash the pork belly and cut it into a block size suitable for stewing. Do not cut it too small, as it may shrink and become difficult to handle during the long cooking process.

Sauté Aromatics:Heat a bit of oil in a pot, add the cinnamon stick, star anise, and ginger slices. Sauté until they release their aroma.

Brown the Pork:Add the pork belly to the pot and cook until it is well-browned on all sides.

Add Seasonings:Pour in the dark soy sauce, salt, and sugar. Stir well to coat the pork belly with the seasonings.

Simmer:Add enough water to cover the pork belly, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the pork belly is tender and can be easily shredded.

Add Optional Ingredients:If using, add the red dates to the pot during the last 30 minutes of simmering.

Serve:Once the pork belly is tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the pork belly with two forks and serve it hot.

This recipe is a classic version of红烧肉， which is a traditional Chinese dish. It is made with pork belly and is rich in flavor, with a sweet and savory taste. The use of spices like cinnamon and star anise adds depth to the dish, making it a favorite for many. Enjoy your cooking!