Braised Minced Pork

This easy braised minced pork recipe delivers savoury flavours & melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Comfort food at its finest.

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Course: dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1 10

Total Time: 1 15

Servings:

Calories: 413kcal

Author: Lei

Frying the pork mince: Heat up some oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork mince and cook it until it turns a lovely light golden color.
Mixing in all ingredients: Now, let’s bring all the flavors together! Add the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, white pepper, and dried prawn pieces to the cooked pork mince. Give it a good stir and let it sizzle and then stir in the fried shallots.
Slow cooking: Pour in the water and cover the pan with a lid. Now, let the magic happen as you allow it to simmer over low heat for a whole hour.
Reduce the water and serve: Once the hour of simmering is complete, it’s time to reduce the water content. Remove the lid and turn up the heat to high. Give the dish a good stir and let it cook over high heat for approximately 10 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce by about one-third. The concentrated flavors will intensify, creating a rich and flavourful sauce.

Pork mince: The best results are achieved with a lean and fat ratio of 7 to 3. You can easily find this type of minced pork at your local Asian store, often referred to as “dumpling pork mince.” However, if you’re aiming for a low-fat diet, completely lean pork works just fine as well.
Soy sauce: Soy sauce takes the spotlight as one of the most crucial ingredients. For the best possible outcome, make sure to use high-quality soy sauce. Personally, I love using Lee Kum Kee soy sauce.
Dried shrimp: Dried shrimp is a beloved ingredient in many Chinese dishes, cherished for its ability to boost flavors and infuse a delightful hint of seafood goodness. It serves as a natural substitute for MSG, enhancing the overall taste experience without relying on artificial additives. Along the coastal cities of China, it’s a prevalent choice, bringing the taste of the ocean to various dishes. You can easily find this ingredient at your local Chinese grocery stores, making it convenient to explore the authentic flavors of Chinese cuisine right in your own kitchen!
Fried shallots: Preparing fried shallots can be quite time-consuming, But you can easily find ready-made fried shallots at Asian supermarkets.