Ginger and Sesame Hunan Braised Pork Belly

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. Add grated ginger and sesame oil to the pot with the soy sauce and dark soy sauce 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.