Vietnamese Soy Braised Pork Belly

Porkbelly marinade

1 kilo pork belly diced into large pieces
2 shallots finely chopped
2 cloves garlic finely chopped
4 tbs fish sauce
4 tbs light soy sauce
2 tbs dark soy sauce
1/4 tsp black cracked pepper
3 whole star anise
4 spring onions battered and finely sliced (including the roots)

1 tbs olive oil
1 large brown onion finely chopped
1 can (420) coconut water
1 cup water

Nuts & Bolts

1. In a large mixing bowl add porkbelly, shallots, garlic, fish sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cracked pepper, star anise and spring onions mix well, cover bowl with cling wrap place in the refrigerator. Marinate for 3 hours or over night.

2. In a large pot add oil and onion, cook for 4 minutes or until soft.

3. Add marinated porkbelly, stir, cook for 4 minutes. Add coconut water and water. Turn heat down to low and simmer for 2 hours or until pork is tender.

Calories per serving : 451