Chao Gan

Chao Gan is a savory and comforting Chinese midnight dish featuring a rich, spiced broth with tender pork and a medley of aromatic herbs. This gluten-free delicacy is perfect for late-night cravings, offering warmth and satisfaction in every bite.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 200 grams, diced
• Water - 500 milliliters
• Ginger - 10 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Star anise - 1 whole
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 30 milliliters
• Shaoxing wine - 15 milliliters
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Coriander - a handful, chopped
• Sesame oil - 5 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, add the diced pork belly and water, bringing it to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, skim off any foam that forms on the surface to keep the broth clear.
3. Add the ginger, garlic, star anise, soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine to the pot.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the pork is tender.
5. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, coriander, and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from pork.
• Rich in flavor from spices and herbs, which can enhance digestion.

Tags