Chashu Pork

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Chashu Pork, a Japanese classic that elevates any dish it touches. This melt-in-your-mouth pork belly is slow-braised to perfection in a luscious, umami-rich mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and aromatic seasonings like ginger, garlic, and scallions. Its signature rolled shape, secured with kitchen twine, ensures even cooking and beautiful presentation. Perfect as a topping for ramen or served as a standalone dish, Chashu Pork is a must-try for fans of bold, comforting flavors. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe transforms a humble cut of meat into a restaurant-worthy delicacy.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork belly
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 0.5 cup mirin
• 0.5 cup sake
• 0.5 cup sugar
• 2 inches ginger
• 5 cloves garlic
• 2 whole scallions
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Roll the pork belly tightly and secure it with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals. This helps maintain its shape while cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 3

Peel and slice the ginger into thin rounds. Add it to the pot.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves, slightly crush them with the side of a knife, and add them to the pot.

Step 5

Cut each scallion into thirds and add them to the pot.

Step 6

Place the pork belly in the pot, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid. If needed, add more water to cover the pork.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar.

Step 8

Simmer the pork belly for around 2.5 to 3 hours, turning it occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

After the pork is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, remove the kitchen twine.

Step 10

Slice the chashu pork into thin slices. Serve it atop ramen or as a part of other dishes.

Step 11

Strain the remaining cooking liquid and use it as a sauce over the pork or to flavor ramen broth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2049.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5772.7

Total Fat 482.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 175.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 653.2mg	0%
Sodium 9913.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 166.5g
Protein 110.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2406.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.1%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 14.0%