Created by dienia b on September 9, 2014
Step 1: Plunge the pork belly into a pan of boiling water and simmer for 3-4 minutes until partially cooked. Remove and, when cool enough to handle, cut into bite-sized chunks.
Step 2: Heat the oil and white sugar in a wok over a gentle flame until the sugar melts, then raise the heat and stir until the melted sugar turns a rich caramel brown. Add the pork and splash in the Shaoxing wine and soy sauce
Step 3: Add enough water to just cover the pork, along with the ginger, star anise, chiles, and cinnamon Bring to the boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 40-50 minutes.
Step 4: Toward the end of the cooking time, turn up the heat to reduce the sauce, and season with soy sauce, salt, and a little sugar to taste. Add the scallion greens just before serving.