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Macro-friendly Cantonese Roast Pork

The same techniques that go into creating the deep savouriness of Cantonese roasted pork belly work equally well with pork shoulder. Half the calories, all of the flavour.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Oven, Pork
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1400 g pork butt
  • 3 tsp salt
  • 3 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp five spice powder
  • 1800 g lettuce

Instructions

  • Marinade the pork in the fridge overnight.
  • The next day, roast the pork at 200C/400F for about 90 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • In the meantime, make rice and vegetables.
  • Once the pork is tender and slightly browned, take it out of the oven and allow it to rest.
  • Cut pork into bite sized pieces, assemble, and serve.