💠Pork belly: 400g (cut into small cubes)
💠Dried shrimp: 10g (soaked until soft, finely chopped)
💠Shallots, garlic, spring onions, chili (to taste)
💠Coconut caramel sauce, sugar, fish sauce, MSG, salt, pepper, cooking oil (to taste)
💠Preparation:
- Rinse pork belly, cut into small cubes.
- Soak dried shrimp in warm water for about 10 minutes until soft, then finely chop.
- Mince shallots and garlic; slice spring onions and chili.
💠Making the dip:
- Heat a pan, add pork belly, and render the fat until the meat turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Add shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add dried shrimp and stir well.
- Season with fish sauce, sugar, coconut caramel sauce, a pinch of salt, MSG, and pepper. Add a little water to create a thick, sticky sauce.
- Add chili slices, stir well, and simmer over low heat until the mixture becomes glossy and aromatic.
💠Serving:
- Turn off the heat, sprinkle with chopped spring onions.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, boiled vegetables, or cucumber slices.