Step 1

Put the pig trotters and half of the ginger slices in a big pot. Add enough water to just cover the trotters. Place the lid on the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cook for another 5 minutes. Then turn off the heat and discard the liquid and ginger.

Step 2

Use tongs to move the pig trotters to the Instant Pot. Add 4 cups of water. Close and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. Let natural release for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Move the pork and the broth back to the original pot. Add Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, green onions, salt, Chinese chili peppers, star anise, and cloves. Stir to gently mix. Put the lid on the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat to low. Remove the lid and cook for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Then use tongs to remove the pig trotters to a plate/bowl. Remove all the aromatics from the liquid. Turn the heat to high and cook the liquid until it becomes thick and saucy.

Step 5

Turn off the heat. Add the pig trotters back into the pot. Gently mix till the pig trotters are evenly coated in the sauce. Pour onto a serving plate. Eat hot with a big bowl of rice and enjoy!