Preserved Mustard Pork (梅干扣肉)

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梅干扣肉Preserved Mustard Pork

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What is Preserved Mustard Pork?

Preserved Mustard Pork (梅干扣肉) is one of Taiwan’s popular rice and braised dishes, found in Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung and all over Taiwan. Slices of pork belly steamed over Hakka-style preserved mustard greens until the fat melts and the greens soak up the juices. A classic Hakka dish that goes perfectly with rice.

What does it taste like?

  • Rich pork belly
  • Salty-sweet preserved greens
  • Melt-in-your-mouth
  • Savory

How much does it cost?

NT$150–300 per plate

Where to eat it in Taiwan

Hakka restaurants and home-style eateries, especially in Hsinchu, Miaoli and Taoyuan.

How to find it near you

Tap “Find nearby on Google Maps” above — it searches by the Chinese name “梅干扣肉”, so you see real local shops, not only places with English menus. At the shop, show the Chinese name or say “méi gān kòu ròu”.