This dish looks like caramelized pork belly, which is often made with a sweet and savory sauce that coats the tender pieces of pork. Here’s a simple recipe to cook a similar dish:
Ingredients:
• 500g pork belly (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp sugar (brown sugar works best)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Optional: hard-boiled eggs (to serve on the side)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pork Belly:
• Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Caramelize the Sugar:
• In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
• Add the sugar and cook it until it melts and turns into a light brown caramel, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
3. Cook the Pork:
• Once the caramel is ready, add the pork belly and stir to coat the pieces evenly with the caramel.
• Add the garlic and shallot, and continue to stir-fry until the pork is slightly browned.
4. Add Seasoning and Water:
• Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
• Add the water and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve:
• Once done, the pork should be tender, with a thick, glossy caramelized sauce.
• You can serve it with steamed rice, and optionally, add boiled eggs on the side for extra flavor.