Western-style braised pork belly

Kho quẹt is a dish associated with childhood memories of many people from a time of hardship, and now it has become a specialty of the Mekong Delta region, loved by many diners.

Crispy rice with braised pork belly. Photo: KIEU MAI

The method for making kho quẹt is very simple: just simmer fish sauce and sugar until it thickens. For slightly wealthier families, they might add some dried shrimp and pork cracklings. It's that simple, but this dish is very appetizing and goes well with rice.

Kho quẹt is an easy and quick dish to make. Dried shrimp only needs to be soaked until softened, drained, and then stir-fried briefly with shallots and garlic until fragrant. When the fish sauce and sugar thicken, add the dried shrimp and pork cracklings, and simmer over low heat until the flavors are absorbed. Finally, add some chili and green peppercorns to create a dish with a balanced salty, sweet, and spicy flavor. Nowadays, kho quẹt is often served with boiled vegetables and crispy rice. The crispy rice, brushed with a little kho quẹt sauce, creates an irresistible dish, complemented by the sweet and refreshing taste of the boiled vegetables. This simple dish is loved by many and has gradually become a specialty of the Mekong Delta, often seen at meals for guests.

In Can Tho , tourists can try braised pork belly with crispy rice at restaurants and eateries, especially those serving traditional Vietnamese rice dishes.

MINH NHIEN

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