Braised Ginger Pork

Dive into the warm, comforting flavors of Braised Ginger Pork, a melt-in-your-mouth dish that combines tender pork shoulder with the aromatic duo of fresh ginger and garlic. This recipe is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the rich, umami-packed sauce of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and dark soy to deeply infuse every bite. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, while star anise and white pepper create a subtle, fragrant spice that elevates the dish to restaurant-quality gourmet. Perfectly suited for pairing with fluffy steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, this hearty dish is easy to prepare and an impressive crowd-pleaser. With minimal prep time and the magic of slow cooking, Braised Ginger Pork is your next go-to recipe for busy weeknights or cozy evenings at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder
• 2 inches fresh ginger
• 4 cloves garlic
• 0.333 cups soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1.5 cups water or chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 stalks scallions
• 1 piece star anise
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into 2-inch cubes. Peel and thinly slice the ginger and garlic.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork pieces and sear them on all sides until browned. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Remove the pork and set it aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the sesame oil to the same pot. Add the sliced ginger, garlic, and star anise. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Return the seared pork to the pot. Add the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well to coat the pork evenly in the sauce.

Step 5

Pour in the water or chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover. Let the pork simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding a pinch of salt or more soy sauce if needed. Add the white pepper for a slight kick.

Step 7

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium to allow the sauce to reduce and thicken, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8

Slice the scallions thinly for garnish. Remove the star anise before serving.

Step 9

Serve the braised ginger pork hot over steamed rice or with your choice of side dishes, garnished with fresh scallions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1507.2 grams (1507.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2372

Total Fat 135.10g	173%
Saturated Fat 41.30g	207%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.40g
Cholesterol 801mg	267%
Sodium 3727mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 43.90g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 27.80g
Protein 223.90g	448%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343mg	26%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3845mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 39.2%

Carbs: 7.7%