Chestnut Braised Pork Belly

Chestnut Braised Pork Belly

　　【Ingredients】 750g skin-on pork belly, 300g chestnuts, 25g wet starch

【Instructions】 Cut the pork belly into chunks, marinate with caramelized sugar, then lightly fry in oil and remove. Sauté scallions and ginger briefly, then pour in cooking wine, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Add the pork, salt, MSG, star anise, and cinnamon bark to the pot in sequence. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Lightly fry the chestnuts in warm oil, and add them to the pot when the pork is nearly tender. Once the pork is fully tender, add the wet starch to thicken. 【Features】 The dish is neatly presented with a brownish-red color, tender meat, and crispy, fragrant chestnuts. (Chengdu)