Steamed Pork with Preserved Vegetables
Chinese Chinese - Stir fries and Mains

Steamed Pork with Preserved Vegetables

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 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

  • • 400g pork belly
  • • 200g preserved mustard greens (mei cai), rinsed and chopped
  • • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 1 tbsp sugar
  • • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • • 2 tbsp oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Boil the pork belly for 15 minutes, then slice into 1cm-thick pieces.

2
Phase 2

Toss the slices with the soy sauces, wine, sugar, five-spice, and garlic.

3
Phase 3

Lay the pork slices in a shallow bowl and pack the preserved greens over the top.

4
Phase 4

Steam over medium heat for 1 hour until the pork is meltingly tender.

5
Phase 5

Invert the bowl onto a plate and serve the rich, glossy dish hot.