Sanchong Jin Da Braised Pork Rice Introduction
If turkey rice is the representative dish of Chiayi, then it is not an exaggeration to praise Sanchong as the capital of braised pork rice. Countless hidden gems, popular recommendations, and features on food shows can be found in every alley and street. In addition to well-known braised pork rice shops like Wu-Deng-Jiang, Ji-Xiang-Hao, Lian-Wu, and Wei-Feng, "Jin-Da Braised Pork Rice," located on Da-Ren Street in Sanchong District, is also a super popular local delicacy. Every morning at 6 a.m. when they open their doors, drivers, office workers, and small business owners flock in, illustrating the charm of Jin-Da's food. Jin-Da Braised Pork Rice has been passed down to the second generation after operating for several decades and is known for its rich and flavorful braised pork rice that is not greasy. Unlike typical braised pork rice, which has a balanced meat-to-fat ratio or uses only lean meat, Jin-Da's braised pork rice uses only fatty meat. However, the owner, Huang Yuan-Chuan, who previously worked as a chef at Qing-Ye Restaurant, not only possesses excellent culinary skills but also specially uses broth made from old hens and pig bones as the base for the braised pork sauce. With a unique braising technique, he pours generous amounts of fatty pork sauce over the soft, chewy white rice, making it not only not greasy but also incredibly delicious.
