Shen Fui

I was very encouraged when I tasted this dish because it catered to my ideal of Chinese cooking with its straightforward, careful preparation and attention to a balance of flavours. Friends took me to a privately-owned restaurant in Kunming, Yunnan, where I sampled this “fantasy pork.” It was properly braised, with just the right enhancing seasonings that gave the meat a robust but not overpowering fragrance. The rich wine sauce and subtle sweetness of the other ingredients combined beau