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Rose Pork with Fermented Tofu
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38 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This succulent Braised Pork Belly with Fermented Bean Curd is a melt-in-your-mouth dish bursting with rich, savory-sweet flavors. Tender pork belly cubes are slow-cooked until golden, then simmered in a fragrant blend of beer, fermented bean curd, and soy sauce for deep umami richness. The addition of rock sugar and red yeast powder creates a glossy, caramelized glaze that coats each piece beautifully. What makes this recipe special is the unique combination of fermented bean curd’s tangy depth and beer’s malty sweetness, resulting in an irresistibly aromatic dish with tender, fatty pork that practically dissolves on your tongue. Perfect served over steamed rice, this hearty braise is a comforting yet luxurious meal that’s sure to impress. The slow-cooking method ensures every bite is infused with bold, complex flavors—truly a standout dish for any occasion!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
38m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- pork belly 500g
The aromatics
- fermented bean curd 4 pieces
The sauce & seasonings
- beer 300ml
- soy sauce 2 tbsp
- rock sugar 2 tbsp
- red yeast powder 1 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Cut the pork belly into cubes.
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Step 2
Heat oil in a pot over low heat and fry the pork belly until the fat is released and the surface is colored.
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Step 3
Pour in beer.
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Step 4
Pour in fermented bean curd liquid and stir-fry evenly with soy sauce.
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Step 5
Add hot water to cover the pork belly, then add rock sugar and red yeast powder, and cook until the sauce thickens over medium heat after boiling.
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Step 6
The fat is flowing with oil, but it smells very fragrant.
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