Dong Po Rou, a popular Chinese dish, is known for its rich and savory flavor. Using an Instant Pot can make the cooking process quick and easy. Here’s how to make this delicious dish in your Instant Pot.
Ingredients:
– 2 pounds of pork belly
– 1 cup of Shaoxing wine
– 1 cup of soy sauce
– 1 cup of brown sugar
– 1 cup of water
– 2 green onions, chopped
– 3 slices of ginger
– 2 star anise
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
Steps:
1. Prepare the pork belly by cutting it into 2-inch cubes.
2. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat some oil in the pot and brown the pork belly on all sides.
3. Add the Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, green onions, ginger, star anise, and garlic to the pot.
4. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 45 minutes.
5. Once the cooking time is done, let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes before opening the lid.
6. Serve the Dong Po Rou hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Tips:
– You can add a splash of black vinegar or a sprinkle of white pepper for extra flavor.
– For a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce before serving.
– Dong Po Rou is best served with steamed rice or buns to soak up the delicious sauce.
Savor the Flavor:
Making Dong Po Rou in your Instant Pot is a great way to enjoy this classic Chinese dish without spending hours in the kitchen. The Instant Pot helps to tenderize the pork belly and infuse it with all the flavors of the sauce. Give this recipe a try and savor the rich and savory flavor of Dong Po Rou today!