How long braised pork will take to be tender depends on the size of the slices and the cooking method.

Generally speaking, if braised pork is cut into thin slices, it can be softened by braising it for 10 to 20 minutes over low heat. If braised pork is cut into thick slices, it needs to be braised for 30~40 minutes to be soft. When braised pork is simmering, you can boil the water over high heat, then put the meat in and turn down the heat to simmer for a while. When the meat is almost simmered, turn up the heat to reduce the sauce.

Be careful not to put salt at the beginning, otherwise the meat will be hard, it is best to wait until the meat is almost out of the pot. In addition, if you want to make the braised meat more soft, you can add some tofu milk or curd juice while braising, which will make the braised meat more flavorful and soft.

Characteristics of Braised Pork

1, bright red color: the color of braised pork is usually presented as a deep red or brownish red, which is due to the addition of seasonings such as sugar or soy sauce during the cooking process, making the meat red and attractive.

2, soft and sticky taste: braised meat after a long time of stewing, the meat becomes very soft and sticky, melt in the mouth, fat but not greasy, lean but not firewood, let a person taste a lot.

3, flavorful: the flavor of braised pork is delicious, mainly from the cooking process using a variety of seasonings. Such as star anise, cinnamon, sesame leaves and other spices, as well as soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine and other seasonings, *** with the same constitute the unique flavor of braised pork.

4, nutritious: braised pork is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates and other nutrients, as well as a variety of vitamins and minerals, has a high nutritional value.