Boiling pork is a familiar dish in family meals, although not every sister knows the secret to boiling delicious pork. To make boiled pork, we usually boil the pork with water. However, you can also boil pork without water but the meat is still cooked, even surprisingly delicious.
1. Necessary ingredients to make boiled pork without water
– 500g of three-layer meat, 1 apple, 1 onion, 3 cloves of garlic (add 3 more cloves to crush and mince to mix with fish sauce), 5 shallots, 1 bunch of green onions, 1 ginger, 800ml of filtered water, 800ml of hot boiling water, salt, black pepper, sugar, seasoning powder, chili pepper, chili horn, fish sauce.
2. Instructions for making boiled pork without water
– First way: Boil pork in a pot, no water needed
Marinating meat is a very important step. Some people prefer to use a mixture of salt and pepper to keep it simple but still ensure that the meat has a naturally sweet and delicious taste. You can also rub a mixture of sugar, seasoning powder and broth powder on the meat to make it have a strong, sweet and savory flavor, then let it rest for about 15-20 minutes to let the spices soak in.
Then, put the apple, onion, shallots and green onion on the bottom of the pot, then place the meat on top, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
– Boil pork in a microwave without water
The method of boiling pork in a microwave is not only time-saving but also preserves the natural sweet taste of the meat. For the meat marinating step, the cook can be more creative by adding spices such as minced garlic, soy sauce or honey to create a characteristic flavor according to personal preference. Marinate the meat with these spices for about 30 minutes for the meat to absorb the flavor. Then, place the meat in a glass bowl with a lid designed for microwaves.
Set the microwave to high power and the appropriate time, usually 7-10 minutes depending on the type and amount of meat. Check the meat after the cooking process is finished to make sure it is cooked through.
Let the meat cool for a few minutes before opening the lid, which reduces the risk of burns and also makes the meat taste stronger. Boiling meat in a microwave not only saves time and energy, but is also an ideal method for those who prefer speed and convenience in preparing meals.
Finally, when the meat is cooked, use a sharp knife to slice the meat into thin, easy-to-eat pieces. When eating, dip it in the prepared garlic fish sauce. If you want to use sweet and sour fish sauce, you can mix it according to your favorite sweet and sour fish sauce recipe.