Twice-Cooked Pork (Hui Guo Rou)
Twice-Cooked Pork is a classic Sichuan home-style dish made from pork belly that is first simmered, then sliced and stir-fried with fermented bean paste and aromatics. The result is richly flavored, slightly smoky, and often served with leeks or garlic shoots.
Where to eat Twice-Cooked Pork in Washington, DC
- 🥇 Sichuan Pavilion（重庆楼）
City-center Sichuan spot where Twice-Cooked Pork is commonly offered and prepared in a traditional style. - 🥈 Da Hong Pao（大红袍海鲜酒家）
Known for banquet dishes and steady flavors; the Twice-Cooked Pork here tends to be robust and balanced. - 🥉 Szechuan House（四川小馆）
Community favorite with steady home-style flavors; good when sharing multiple dishes.
Recommendations combine dining experience and public reviews; individual tastes vary.
Ordering notes
Most restaurants prepare Twice-Cooked Pork with pork belly and allow only minor adjustments to spice level. If you prefer less oil or heat, request those changes when ordering.
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