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Laos Caramelized Pork Recipe

Laos Caramelized Pork Recipe

763kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 30 minutes
Cook 1 hour 30 minutes
Total 2 hours
Lao food is filled with a delightful array of dishes that captivate the senses with their vibrant flavors and colors
Servings 8 Servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine Laos

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork belly cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup oyster sauce
  • 3/4 cup palm sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot large minced
  • 1 red chili pepper sliced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1- inch piece of galangal optional

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Large nonstick pan or wok
  • Mixing spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method

Prepare the Pork Belly and Hard-Boiled Eggs:
  1. a. Cut the pork belly into 1-inch pieces.
  2. b. Boil the eggs until they are hard-boiled. Peel and set aside.
Create the Caramel Sauce:
  1. a. In a bowl, combine the fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and palm sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Sear the Pork Belly:
  1. a. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
  2. b. Add the minced garlic and shallot. Stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. c. Add the sliced chili pepper and continue stir-frying for another minute.
  4. d. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the pork belly pieces. Sear until browned on all sides.
Cook the Pork Belly in Caramel Sauce:
  1. a. Pour the caramel sauce mixture over the seared pork belly.
  2. b. Add water to the pan and stir well to combine.
  3. c. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for about 1 hour, or until the pork belly becomes tender.
Add the Hard-Boiled Eggs:
  1. a. Gently place the hard-boiled eggs into the pan with the pork belly and caramel sauce.
  2. b. Make sure the eggs are submerged in the sauce.
  3. c. Continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish and Serve:
  1. a. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the caramelized pork and eggs.
  2. b. If desired, grate a small piece of galangal and sprinkle it over the dish.
  3. c. Serve the Laos Caramelized Pork hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving0gCalories763kcalCarbohydrates17gProtein18gFat69gSaturated Fat24gPolyunsaturated Fat9gMonounsaturated Fat31gTrans Fat0.02gCholesterol268mgSodium1302mgPotassium359mgFiber0.4gSugar11gVitamin A357IUVitamin C10mgCalcium46mgIron2mg

Notes

Cut the pork into thin slices for faster cooking time.
Use a nonstick pan or wok to prevent sticking and make cleaning easier.
Make sure the pan is hot before adding the pork to ensure a crispy caramelized exterior.
Allow the pork to rest for a few minutes after cooking to prevent it from drying out.

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