Slow Braised Pork Cheeks Recipe
Soy, Allspice, Burnt Sugar, Marble Potatoes, Chile, Scallion Pancake
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Pork Cheeks
Season the pork cheeks with salt and allspice. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cheeks until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
Make the Braising Liquid
In the same pot, add minced garlic, ginger, and dried chili flakes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and water, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Braise the Pork
Return the pork cheeks to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Allow to braise for 2-3 hours until the pork is tender.
Cook the Potatoes
While the pork is braising, boil the marble potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Scallion Pancakes
While the pork and potatoes are cooking, prepare the scallion pancakes according to package instructions or make them from scratch.
Serve
Once the pork is tender, serve it alongside the marble potatoes and scallion pancakes. Drizzle with the braising liquid.