Stewed Yellow Bean with Pork Elbow

Stewed Yellow Bean with Pork Elbow

This tender and flavorful Pork Knuckle with Soybeans recipe is a comforting, slow-simmered dish that’s rich in umami depth. Succulent pork knuckle is first blanched to remove impurities, then simmered with salted pork and aromatic star anise for a savory, fragrant broth. The magic happens as the soybeans soak up the rich flavors, turning creamy and tender. A splash of cooking wine, a hint of sugar, and a touch of oyster sauce at the end elevate the dish with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. The result? A hearty, golden-yellow soup with melt-in-your-mouth pork and buttery soybeans—a nourishing meal that’s both satisfying and full of traditional comfort. Perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a bowl of slow-cooked goodness!

60 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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pork knuckle
500g
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soybeans
200g

The aromatics

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salted pork
100g

The sauce & seasonings

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star anise
2 pieces
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oyster sauce
2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Clean the pork knuckle and put it in a pot with cold water.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Turn off the heat when the water is about to dry up and remove the floating impurities.

3. Step 3

Step 3
After rinsing the pork knuckle with warm water, add cold water to the pot, making sure the water level is slightly higher than the ingredients. Add sliced salted pork and star anise, then bring to a boil over high heat and reduce to medium heat.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Midway through, add a small amount of cooking wine, a pinch of salt (as the salted pork will infuse its salty flavor into the pork knuckle and soybeans), and sugar. After about 25 minutes, add the pre-soaked soybeans and continue to simmer over medium-low heat.

5. Step 5

Step 5
After about 1 hour, when the soup has thickened and turned a creamy yellow color, and the soybeans and meat are tender, add oyster sauce and cook for a short while before serving.

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