Red braised pork belly - a basic Chinese dish that's easy to make

There are reasons why red braised pork belly, or wai po jia hong shou rou, is called a "grandma's dish" - the meat is so tender even elderly people can eat it, and it is a dish every Shanghainese grandma should know how to make. Chinese people around the world love making and eating red braised pork belly. To them, the dish reminds them of home. It's a plate of tender and juicy pork covered with a thick, glossy coat of sauce that pairs well with rice or noodles. This recipe was first published...