Delicious 😋 Ingredients: • For the pork: • 1 kg pork belly, cut into chunks • 4-6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled • 2 tbsp vegetable oil • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 small onion, chopped (optional) • For the braising sauce: • 1/4 cup soy sauce • 1/4 cup fish sauce (optional for Vietnamese style) • 2 tbsp sugar (or caramelized sugar for a deeper flavor) • 1 tsp black pepper • 2 cups coconut water or plain water • 2-3 star anise (optional, for added fragrance) • 1 cinnamon stick (optional) • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (optional, for balance) • Fresh chili or dried chili flakes (optional, for heat) Instructions: 1. Prepare the Pork Belly: • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. • Add pork belly chunks and sear until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. 2. Caramelize the Sugar (Optional): • In the same pot, lower the heat and add sugar. Stir constantly until it melts and turns a golden brown caramel color. • Quickly add minced garlic and onions (if using) and stir until fragrant. 3. Braise the Pork: • Return the seared pork belly to the pot. • Add soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), black pepper, and star anise or cinnamon stick. • Pour in coconut water (or water) to cover the pork. • Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. 4. Add Eggs: • After 45 minutes of simmering, add the peeled hard-boiled eggs to the pot. • Simmer for another 20-30 minutes until the pork is tender and the sauce has reduced to a rich, flavorful consistency. 5. Final Seasoning and Serve: • Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce, sugar, or a splash of vinegar. • Serve with steamed white rice, garnished with fresh herbs or sliced chili.

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Delicious 😋 Ingredients: • For the chicken: • 1 whole chicken or chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, etc.) • 2-3 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp smoked paprika • 1 tsp garlic powder • Salt and pepper to taste • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional) • For the potatoes: • Baby potatoes, halved • 2 tbsp olive oil • Salt, pepper, and herbs (rosemary or thyme) • For the creamy pasta: • 300g fettuccine or pasta of choice • 2 tbsp butter • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 cup heavy cream • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese • Salt and pepper to taste • Optional: chili flakes for a spicy kick Instructions: 1. Prepare the Chicken: • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). • Rub chicken pieces with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. • Place chicken on a baking tray, optionally add fresh herbs. Roast for 40-50 minutes or until golden and cooked through. 2. Roast the Potatoes: • Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. • Place on the same tray as the chicken or on a separate tray. Roast for 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until crispy. 3. Cook the Pasta: • Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining. 4. Prepare the Cream Sauce: • In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. • Add heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. • Stir in Parmesan cheese, and mix until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water. • Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired. • Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. 5. Assemble: • Plate the creamy pasta, top with roasted chicken and potatoes. • Garnish with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan if desired.

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