Balinese-Style Soy-Braised Pork (Babi Kecap)

Name: Balinese-Style Soy-Braised Pork (Babi Kecap)
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil, divided; 3 large shallots, finely chopped (1 cup); 4 medium garlic cloves, minced; ... and more. Sign up for full access to all ingredients and instructions.

Makes
4 servings
Cook Time
50 minutes

The combination of soy sauce and molasses—inspired by Charmaine Solomon’s Balinese-style pork from “Encyclopedia of Asian Food”—mimics the flavor and consistency of kecap manis, or Indonesian sweet soy sauce. Boneless country-style pork spareribs provide rich, meaty flavor, but be sure to trim off excess fat so the dish won't be greasy. Serve with steamed rice, topping each portion with cilantro and sliced chilies and offering lime wedges on the side.

Tip

Don't use blackstrap molasses. Its flavor is too bitter.

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