Braised Pork Belly with Pumpkin

A delightful fusion of tender, sweet braised pork belly paired with the rich, nutty flavors of pumpkin. This dish combines the savory depth of traditional 红烧肉 with the earthy sweetness of pumpkin, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. 2. Add the diced pork belly and sauté until browned on all sides. 3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant. 4. Add the soy sauce, sugar, and rice wine, stirring to coat the meat. 5. Pour in the water and bring to a simmer. 6. Add the cubed pumpkin and season with salt and pepper. 7. Cover and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the pumpkin is soft. 8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

100g pork belly, diced 100g pumpkin, peeled and cubed 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon rice wine 1 teaspoon ginger, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 cup water Salt and pepper to taste Chopped green onions for garnish