Q: Can I use another type of meat instead of pork belly in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute pork belly with other cuts of pork or even beef, but the cooking time may vary.
Q: Is it necessary to pre-soak the potato noodles?
A: Yes, pre-soaking the potato noodles is essential for them to cook properly and absorb the flavors of the stew.
Q: How do I know when the stew is ready?
A: The stew is ready when the potato noodles are soft and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Pork Stew with Potato Noodles
Notes
- 500g Pork Belly
- 250g Potato Noodles
- Appropriate amount of Green Onions and Ginger
- 1 Star Anise
- 1 Piece of Cinnamon
- Sugar to taste
- Soy Sauce to taste
- Dark Soy Sauce to taste
- Cooking Wine to taste
- 3 sprigs of Coriander
- Pre-soak the potato noodles in advance.
- Cut the pork belly into thick slices and fry in oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Add green onions, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon; stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce and burst the fragrance, then add cooking wine to remove any gaminess. Pour in enough boiling water, bring to a boil on high heat, then simmer for 30 minutes on low heat.
- After 30 minutes, use dark soy sauce, soy sauce, and sugar for seasoning. Add the pre-soaked potato noodles and continue to simmer on low heat.
- Cook until the sauce thickens and the potato noodles become soft. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with coriander and serve hot, especially comforting on a snowy day.
- High in Protein
- Source of Carbohydrates
- Contains Essential Fats
- Rich in Spices with Antioxidant Properties