Chinese Braised Minced Pork Over Rice, also known as Lu Rou Fan, is a popular Chinese comfort food that is simple to make yet incredibly delicious. This dish is a staple in Chinese cuisine, often served in night markets and food stalls. It’s a hearty dish that consists of tender, juicy minced pork cooked in a sweet and savory soy sauce-based broth, served over a bed of steaming hot rice.
In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make Chinese Braised Minced Pork Over Rice in the comfort of your own home. The secret to the perfect Lu Rou Fan lies in the braising process, where the pork is cooked low and slow to absorb all the rich flavors of the broth. The pork is then served over a bed of fluffy rice, garnished with a sliced boiled egg and fresh green onions.
This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a quick weeknight dinner. Plus, it’s a great way to experiment with Chinese flavors and add some variety to your meal rotation. Follow our step-by-step recipe guide, and you’ll have a mouthwatering bowl of Chinese Braised Minced Pork Over Rice in no time.
Authentic Chinese Braised Minced Pork Over Rice Recipe
Ingredients
1 pound ground pork (minced pork)
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 piece ginger - 1-inch piece, peeled and grated- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
1 tablespoon sugar (white sugar)
½ cup water
3 stalks green onions (scallions or green shallots) - sliced
¼ cup cilantro (coriander) - chopped- 6 cups steamed rice - for 6 servings
Instructions
- Over medium-high, heat a large skillet. Using a spatula, break up the ground pork and cook it in the pan, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Whisk together in a small bowl the light and dark soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and water.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the ground pork and stir to combine. Lower the heat to medium to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, or cook the sauce until it thickens and the flavors have blended together.
- Stir in the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.
- Serve the braised minced pork over steamed rice and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of sugar and soy sauce to your taste preference.
- You can make this dish in advance and reheat it when you’re ready to serve. It also freezes well.
