Soy Braised Pork Belly and Eggs

1. Cut the pork belly into 2-inch square pieces 

2. Heat a heavy, large, low-sided pot over medium high heat and add the oil.

3. Add the pork belly in a single layer and brown on all sides until nicely colored.

4. Remove and transfer to a paper towel lined plate

5. Repeat with any remaining pork.

6. wipe out any excess fat from the pot.

7. Cut the green part of the leek into 2 inch pieces

8. Add the browned pork, green leek, scallions, and sliced ginger to the pot.

9. Add enough water to cover.

10. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer

11. Partially cover with a lid and let cook for 2-3 hours, turning meat occasionally. (The longer you simmer the more tender the meat will be.)

12. Add more water if needed to keep meat covered.

Make the boiled eggs.

1. Add 6 eggs to a pot and cover with water.

2. Heat over high heat and bring to a boil

3. Lower heat to a simmer and let cook for 9 minutes.

4. Drain water and place eggs in an ice bath to cool off completely.

5. Once cool, peel eggs and set aside.

Final braising liquid.

1. In a large pot add all of the ingredients for the final braising liquid. 

2. Remove the pork from the first pot and add to the final braising liquid.

3. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

4. Partially cover with a lid.

5. Simmer for 30 minutes.

6. Remove the lid and add the boiled eggs to the pot.

7. Simmer with the lid off for another 30 minutes, rotating the meat and the eggs in the sauce occasionally. 

8. Cook until the sauce is reduced and the meat is nicely glazed

9. Serve with a perfectly cooked bowl of white rice.

This dish can be made ahead of time. Cool off completely before refrigerating. The next day, a layer of fat will form on the surface and can be easily stopped off with a spoon. Reheat gently on the stove to serve.