Go Back
+ servings
Lu Rou Fan

Savory Lu Rou Fan: Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe Adventure

Experience the warmth of Lu Rou Fan, a comforting Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice Bowl filled with rich flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Braised Pork
  • 1 lb Pork Belly use skin-on for authenticity
  • 2 tbsp Oil any neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp Rock Sugar can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 1 medium Onion/Shallots or swap with green onions
  • 4 oz Shiitake Mushrooms use dried ones, rehydrated
  • 1/2 cup Shaoxing Wine or dry sherry/white wine
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce consider low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce can omit if desired
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 units Hardboiled Eggs optional, can replace with tofu
For the Spice Packet
  • 2 pcs Star Anise
  • 1 stick Chinese Cinnamon
  • 3 pcs Cloves
  • 2 pcs Bay Leaves remove before serving
  • 1 tbsp Sichuan Peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp Dried Tangerine Peel
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh grated for extra zing

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • wok

Method
 

How to Make Lu Rou Fan
  1. Boil Water: Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil. Blanch the pork belly for 1 minute to remove impurities, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare Aromatics: In a wok, heat oil over low heat and gently melt the rock sugar. Add diced onion or shallots and sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add Mushrooms: Incorporate shiitake mushrooms into the wok. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until tender and aromatic.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the blanched pork belly, shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and water to the wok. Bring to a boil.
  5. Season: Add the spice packet and hardboiled eggs (if using). Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Thicken Sauce: Once meat is tender, remove the spice packet. Increase the heat to medium-high and let the sauce thicken for about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve: Serve the savory mixture hot over steamed white rice, enjoying the comforting aromas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Garnish with chopped green onions for an extra pop of color and flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!