Khao Kha Moo (Thai Braised Pork Leg Recipe) -

Khao Kha Moo (Thai Braised Pork Leg Recipe)

This khao kha moo recipe features fall-apart tender pork leg braised in a sweet and savory sauce for a truly authentic Thai dish.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 20

Cuisine Thai

Course Main Course

Serving Size people

Warm a generous amount of oil in a big pot or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork leg. Cook for 5 minutes, turning it often to brown all sides evenly. This crucial step helps keep the skin intact later when it simmers.
Use a mortar and pestle to mash the garlic, black peppercorns, and coriander root into a rough paste.
Place a large pot on your stove top and turn the heat to medium – toss the ground spices, cinnamon, star anise, and mushrooms that have been soaked beforehand into the pot. Stir them for about 30 seconds until they release their aroma.
Add palm sugar to the pot, simmer and stir until it starts to caramelize.
Pour in water, add five spice powder, and pour in light and dark soy sauce. Add salt and the pork leg. Cover the pot. Let everything simmer for 3 hours on low heat.
Two and a half hours in, you can slip in some boiled eggs if you like. They’ll get a nice brown tint from the broth. When the full 3 hours are up, it’s time to take the pot off the stove. Serve right away with some steamed jasmine rice. If you’re adding veggies, go to the next step.
Blanch your greens – choy sum, Chinese broccoli, or bok choy. Just dip them in boiling water, drain well, and they’re ready to serve. Pair with pickled mustard greens and enjoy!