Ingredients
500 g (about 1 lb) pork shoulder (boneless pork butt)
Seasonings
half a bowl of soy sauce paste, 1 bowl of soy sauce, 3 star anise, 3 tablespoons of salad oil, 1 teaspoon of five-spice powder, 10 cloves of garlic (crushed), 5 scallions (cut into sections).
Instructions
1. Cut the pork shoulder into long strips, marinate with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and five-spice powder for 20 minutes to infuse flavor, then tightly tie the marinated meat with kitchen twine, heat oil in a pan, and pan-fry the pork until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
2. Add garlic and scallions, sauté until fragrant, then add enough water to cover the meat along with all seasonings. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Once the pork has cooled, slice it and drizzle with the braising liquid before serving.