Glazed Pork Belly
Definition: Pork belly (pork belly) that is cooked slowly until it is very tender, then glazed with sweet-salty-caramel soy sauce. Served with barley risotto and vegetables.
Origin & History: Pork belly is a traditional piece in many cultures: China (Dongpo rou by 11th century poet Su Dongpo), Korea, Japan (chashu), Europe, etc. It used to be considered a cheap cut ("poor man's meat").
Why Modern? Around the 2000s, pork belly exploded in fine dining (especially in America & Australia) as a reaction to the "nose-to-tail" trend and appreciation for flavorful fat. This version combines Asian fusion technique (soy glaze, black garlic) with European risotto - a hallmark of modern eclectic cuisine that combines world traditions with precision slow-cooking techniques (sous-vide or old braising).
* Iberico pork belly (slow-cooked)
* Glaze: Soy sauce, black garlic, honey/sugar, sesame oil, ginger, star anise
* Base: Pearl barley risotto (pearl barley, broth, onion, parmesan)
* Vegetable: Zucchini, baby bok choy or green broccoli
* Garnish: Micro shiso / fresh herbs, dark sauce reduction
Rp. 110.000,00-