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Kho Mu Yang with Pork Belly Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb pork belly, sliced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, water, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add sliced pork belly and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork belly and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the pork belly is tender.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for cooking pork belly
- Low heat for simmering sauce
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 20g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken or beef
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with hoisin sauce or fish sauce
- Brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar or honey

Variations:
- Add sliced onions or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture
- Use different cuts of meat, such as pork shoulder or beef brisket
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the pork belly thinly for even cooking
- Use tongs to flip the pork belly slices to prevent them from breaking apart
- Let the sauce simmer until it thickens to ensure maximum flavor absorption

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover Kho Mu Yang in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve Kho Mu Yang in a large bowl or on a platter, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Suggested side dishes:
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Pickled cucumbers
- Kimchi

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes until it thickens.
- If the pork belly is tough, let it simmer for a longer period of time until it becomes tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork belly to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Kho Mu Yang is a popular Thai dish that originated in the northern region of Thailand.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, savory, and slightly tangy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Sweet, Tangy, Umami