A delightful Vietnamese dish featuring tender pork belly caramelized in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for serving over steamed rice.
Cut the pork belly into bite-sized cubes.
Ensure uniform sizes for even cooking.
In a saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat until it melts and turns golden brown.
Stir gently to prevent burning.
Add the pork belly to the caramelized sugar and stir to coat evenly.
Work quickly to avoid the caramel hardening.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Sauté until fragrant for enhanced flavor.
Pour in the fish sauce, water, and sprinkle with black pepper. Bring to a boil.
Deglaze the pan to incorporate all flavors.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Check occasionally to ensure the sauce doesn't dry out.
Serve the pork belly over steamed rice and garnish with additional black pepper if desired.
Pair with pickled vegetables for a complete meal.
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