Slow Braised Japanese Chashu Pork Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Slow Braised Japanese Chashu Pork is a tender and flavorful dish commonly used in ramen. The pork belly is marinated in a soy-based sauce with ginger, garlic, and other aromatic ingredients. It is then slow-cooked until it becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender. The resulting chashu pork is rich in umami flavors and has a slightly sweet and savory taste. It is perfect for adding a delicious protein element to your ramen bowls or as a topping for rice dishes.

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Ingredients for Slow Braised Japanese Chashu Pork Recipe

  • 0.38 pound Pork Belly
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mirin
  • 1/4 cup Sake
  • 0.13 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 inch Ginger, Sliced
  • 1 cloves Cloves Of Garlic, Crushed
  • 1/2 cup Water

Directions: Slow Braised Japanese Chashu Pork Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large pot, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, garlic, and water.
  • STEP 2.Add the pork belly to the pot and bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  • STEP 3.Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool slightly. Slice the pork into thin pieces and serve as desired.

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the pork belly in the sauce overnight before cooking.
  • If you prefer a caramelized exterior, you can sear the pork belly in a hot skillet before braising.
  • Leftover chashu pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Serve the chashu pork as a topping for ramen, rice bowls, or even sandwiches.
  • You can also use the braising liquid as a flavorful sauce or broth for your dishes.
  • To reheat the chashu pork, gently warm it in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
Nutrition
value
1007
calories per serving
70 g Fat53 g Protein31 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    70g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Carbs
    31g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    31g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    70g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    84mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    552mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    13mg
  • Vitamin B6
    1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    83mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    24mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    84mcg
  • Magnesium
    83mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    534mg
  • Selenium
    42mcg
  • Zinc
    6mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp