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Hunan Chinese · China

Cumin and Lime Hunan Braised Pork Belly

A bold and aromatic blend that adds a warm, earthy note with a zesty finish.

122 minutes4 servings
Cumin and Lime Hunan Braised Pork Belly
Photo: FotoosVanRobin Photostream · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Place pork belly in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  2. Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon. Simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Mix ground cumin into the soy sauce before adding to the pot during preparation. Add lime juice during preparation.
  4. Meanwhile, boil eggs for 10 minutes, then cool and peel.
  5. Add peeled eggs to the pot. Cook for 20 minutes more. Remove and slice pork belly.
  6. Serve with the sauce and eggs.
  7. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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