How to make red braised pig’s trotters!

During the festive season of National Day, taking theDuring the festive season of National Day, taking the cherishing the precious moments spent taking the time to unwind and cherishing the precious moments spent with family and friends is undoubtedly a great joy in life. Crafting a sumptuous feast by hand and presenting it to your loved ones brings endless pleasure. Today, I would like to share with you the secret recipe for a richly flavored braised pork trotter.

Firstly, prepare the following ingredients: fresh pork trotter, fresh ginger, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, yellow cooking wine, rock sugar, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, table salt, and cooking oil.

The cooking steps are as follows:

1. Thoroughly clean the pork trotter, place it in a pot, pour in enough water, add slices of ginger and yellow cooking wine. Bring to a boil, skim off any foam from the surface, and continue to cook for about ten minutes. Then, remove the pork trotter and rinse it with clean water.
2. Prepare the stewing pot by placing the pork trotter inside, adding sufficient water, along with ginger slices, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns. Bring to a rapid boil and then reduce the heat to a slow simmer.
3. While the trotter is simmering, mix the seasonings. Combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and rock sugar, stirring until well blended and set aside.
4. After approximately one hour of stewing, remove the trotter and drain it. Pour a suitable amount of cooking oil into the pot, heat it, and then pan-fry the trotter until the skin turns golden brown. Add the pre-mixed sauce and stir-fry evenly.
5. Once the sauce is well combined, continue to simmer for another twenty minutes until the meat is tender and the flavors are rich. During the cooking process, keep a close eye on the pot to prevent the sauce from drying out.
6. When the stewing is complete, sprinkle in a suitable amount of table salt, stir-fry evenly, and turn off the heat.
7. Finally, plate the stewed pork trotter, sprinkle finely chopped green onions on top, and it's ready to serve.

This braised pork trotter is full of color, aroma, and flavor, perfectly blending the rich taste of the trotter with the layers of spices, making it an endlessly delightful home-cooked dish. Why not take up the opportunity during the National Day holiday to cook a braised pork trotter for your family and enjoy the warm and beautiful time together?

8. After serving the braised pork trotter, you can add some cilantro or green onions according to personal preference to enrich the flavor.
9. While enjoying the delicious meal, sharing cooking experiences with your family can enhance your bond and promote harmony.
10. During the National Day holiday, besides cooking, you can also watch grand celebration activities with your family, feeling the prosperity and strength of the country.
11. While watching the celebrations, consider organizing family games such as lantern riddles and idiom solitaire to add more fun to the holiday.
12. At the end of the holiday, spend time with your family sorting through photos and memories, preserving the little moments of this wonderful time.