Pork belly boiled in a bag
Description
Aromatic and delicious meat can be taken on the go after cooling it down. You can make sandwiches with it or serve it with any side dish such as porridge, pasta, mashed potatoes, or vegetable salad. The method of cooking in a bag is convenient because no foam accumulates on the walls of the pot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Rinse the pork belly in water and scrape off the skin.
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Step 2
Soak it in cold water for 10 minutes and rinse again, removing all dirt from the skin.
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Step 3
Place the meat in a plastic bag, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and add bay leaves. You can optionally use other herbs and spices.
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Step 4
Tie the bag very tightly, leaving a little room for air inside.
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Step 5
Place the meat in a bag into a pot and pour hot water over it. Put the pot on the stove and simmer for 50 minutes.
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Step 6
If there is little water left at the bottom of the pot, add more during the cooking process.
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Step 7
Carefully remove the meat packet, unwrap it, being careful not to burn yourself with the steam. Let the brisket cool for about 20 minutes, otherwise you won't be able to slice it.
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Step 8
Slice the boiled meat and place it on a plate; garnish with fresh herbs when serving.