Braised Pork Ribs with Vegetables

Braised Pork Ribs with Vegetables

This savory **Pork Chops with Lotus Root** recipe is a delicious harmony of tender meat and crisp, earthy lotus root. Juicy pork chops are pounded for tenderness, then marinated with scallions, ginger, cooking wine, and oyster sauce for rich umami flavor. The lotus root is pan-fried to a golden crisp, adding a delightful texture. After searing the pork chops to perfection, they’re simmered with aromatic cinnamon, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar, creating a fragrant, slightly sweet glaze. The lotus root soaks up the savory sauce, making every bite irresistible. Perfect for a hearty meal, this dish balances tenderness, crunch, and deep, savory-sweet flavors. A must-try for anyone who loves comforting, restaurant-quality meals at home!

10 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings
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Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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pork chops
400g (about 4 pieces)
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lotus root
200g

The aromatics

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scallions
4 stalks
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ginger
20g (1-inch piece)
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lotus root slices
150g (pre-sliced)

The sauce & seasonings

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cornstarch
2 tbsp
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cinnamon
1 cinnamon stick

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Rinse the pork chops and lotus root, and set them aside.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Use the back of a knife to pound the pork chops, pounding both sides.

3. Step 3

Step 3
After pounding, add scallions, ginger, cooking wine, salt, and oyster sauce, and marinate for 20 minutes.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Slice the lotus root into 1 cm thick pieces.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Heat oil in a pan, add the lotus root slices, and pan-fry over medium heat until they are lightly browned on both sides.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Set the pan-fried lotus root aside.

7. Step 7

Step 7
After marinating, remove the scallions and ginger from the pork chops, add cornstarch, and mix well.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Heat oil in a pan, add the pork chops, and pan-fry until they are golden brown on both sides.

9. Step 9

Step 9
In another pan, add the scallions and ginger used for marinating, and then add the pan-fried pork chops.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add the pan-fried lotus root, water, soy sauce, cinnamon, and sugar, and bring to a boil over high heat. Then, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, adjust the color with dark soy sauce and season with salt to taste. If there is too much sauce, cook over high heat to reduce it, but do not dry it out.

11. Step 11

Step 11
The dish is now ready.

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