Dongpo pork elbow is a famous Sichuan dish.

Dongpo pork elbow is one of the famous traditional Chinese dishes. It is famous for its fat but not greasy, fragrant but not sour taste. It is named after the Northern Song Dynasty writer Su Dongpo. It is said that he personally developed it and left the recipe.

The main raw material of Dongpo knuckle is pork knuckle. The pork knuckle is tender and plump in texture and rich in collagen. It tastes soft and rotten after being stewed and melts in your mouth. To make Dongpo pork elbow, you need to marinate the pork elbow first, pickle it with seasonings and ingredients, then cook it, and finally color it with sugar. During the marinating and cooking process, the elbows can absorb the aroma of various seasonings, making them more flavorful.

The characteristic of Dongpo pork elbow is that its meat is crispy, juicy and rich in taste. With every bite, you can feel the fresh aroma of the elbow meat and the rich flavor of seasoning, which melts in your mouth. During the production process, attention is paid to controlling the heat to ensure that the elbows are crispy but not overcooked to maintain a unique taste.

Notes on making Dongpo pork knuckle

1. Choose high-quality pork knuckle: Choose fresh, fat and thin pork knuckle. It should have enough meat and a certain amount of fat to ensure a rich taste.

2. Master the marinating time: Marinating is one of the important steps in making Dongpo elbow. The marinating time should not be too short or too long, usually between a few hours and half a day. If it is too short, the flavor will be insufficient, and if it is too long, the meat will become too tender.

3. Control the cooking temperature: The cooking time and heat should be just right. If it is too long, the meat will be overcooked, and if it is too short, it may result in poor taste. It is best to simmer over low heat during cooking to keep the meat crispy and juicy.

4. Use appropriate amounts of seasonings: Use appropriate amounts of seasonings and adjust them according to personal taste. Common seasonings include ginger, green onions, cooking wine, soy sauce, etc., which can enhance the taste and aroma of elbows.

5. Sugar coloring skills: Sugar coloring is a special craft of Dongpo elbows, which can make the elbows appear red and bright. When making sugar colors, pay attention to the heat control to prevent the sugar from burning or uneven color.