Braised Tongues Hakka
Chinese Chinese - Hakka and Teochew

Braised Tongues Hakka

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 600g pork tongues, cleaned
  • • 2 tbsp fermented black beans
  • • 4 slices ginger
  • • 3 cloves garlic
  • • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 400ml water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Blanch the tongues 10 minutes; scrape and rinse clean.

2
Phase 2

Fry the garlic, ginger, and black beans until fragrant.

3
Phase 3

Add the tongues, soy sauces, five-spice, sugar, and water; simmer 90 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Cool slightly, slice, and spoon the reduced sauce over.