Instant Pot Dongpo Pork
Instant Pot Dongpo Pork
Classic DishDongpo Pork
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 45 min. A quicker interpretation of the classic Dongpo Pork, utilizing the Instant Pot to achieve tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly in a fraction of the traditional time. Retains the signature savory-sweet glaze.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 45 min
- Total time
- 1 hr
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Preparation
- 1Place the pork belly cubes into the Instant Pot. Add water to cover the pork belly, enough to blanch it. Set Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' on high for 5 minutes. Quick release the pressure.
- 2Drain the pork belly and rinse it thoroughly under cold water to remove impurities. Pat dry with paper towels.
Cooking
- 1Clean the Instant Pot. Return the pork belly to the pot. Add rock sugar, soy sauce, shaoxing wine, ginger slices, and star anise.
- 2Add enough water to almost cover the pork belly. Stir to combine.
- 3Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' on high for 15 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- 4Open the lid. Switch the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode to reduce the sauce until it thickens to a glaze consistency, stirring occasionally. This usually takes about 5-10 minutes.
Serving
- 1Carefully transfer the Dongpo Pork to a serving dish. Spoon the thickened sauce over the pork.
- 2Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Protein
- 25 g
- Fat
- 55 g
- Carbs
- 15 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Fat | 55 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
Tips
- Ensure pork belly is cut into uniform cubes for even cooking and presentation of this classic dish.
- Reducing the sauce at the end is crucial for achieving the signature glossy glaze; monitor closely to prevent burning.
- Serve this rich pork belly dish with steamed rice and blanched green vegetables to balance the flavors.
