Braised Pork Belly and Eggs / Thịt Kho Trứng

Ask any Vietnamese millennial what their favorite Vietnamese dish growing up was, and I promise you, more often than not, the answer is Thịt Kho Trứng.
When I think about Vietnamese home cooking, this is the dish that comes to mind.

What is Thịt Kho Trứng?

“Thit Kho Trung” is a traditional Vietnamese dish known as “Caramelized Pork with Eggs”. It’s a flavorful and comforting dish made by simmering pork belly or pork shoulder in a caramelized sauce seasoned with fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and coconut soda. Hard-boiled eggs are added to the simmering sauce, allowing them to soak up the rich flavors and become infused with the savory sweetness of the dish. Thit Kho Trung is typically served with steamed rice and pickled vegetables, making it a popular choice for family meals.

I like big chunks of pork belly, where the rendered fat just melts in your mouth. Something like a pork shoulder or leaner would be fine for the more health-conscious folks.

Everyone and their mamas has their own recipe and spin to it, but this one is mine. Check out my other braised pork recipes too!
Hope you enjoy!