How many calories are in Dongpo Braised Pork?
Dongpo Braised Pork has about 800 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Dongpo Braised Pork
Dongpo Braised Pork is a lunch chinese recipe with 800 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
800 kcal
Total Time
180 min
Servings
1
Protein
20 g
Ingredients
- thick-cut pork belly1 lb
- Shaoxing wine1 cup
- soy sauce.5 cup
- rock sugar.25 cup
- Ginger and scallionsAs needed
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
This dish uses thick, square-cut pieces of pork belly with the skin on.
- 2
Step 2
The pork is first pan-fried to brown the skin, then briefly boiled to remove excess fat.
- 3
Step 3
The pork is then slowly braised in a mixture of Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar.
- 4
Step 4
The key is the long, slow cooking time, which makes the fat melt in your mouth and the meat incredibly tender.
- 5
Step 5
It is often served in individual small clay pots.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
800
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
75g
Fiber
0g
Micronutrients
Iron
2 mg
Zinc
2.5 mg
Sodium
1000 mg
Calcium
30 mg
Folate
10 mcg
Magnesium
20 mg
Potassium
400 mg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin A
10 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.7 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Soy
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Dongpo Braised Pork can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dongpo Braised Pork
Is Dongpo Braised Pork suitable for vegetarians?
No. Dongpo Braised Pork is not vegetarian as written because it includes thick-cut pork belly.
Is Dongpo Braised Pork gluten-free?
Dongpo Braised Pork is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Dongpo Braised Pork?
Yes. This recipe includes Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Dongpo Braised Pork ahead of time?
Dongpo Braised Pork can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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