Slow-Simmered Pork Roast

Course :	Chinese
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	8

Ingredients:

2 1/4	pounds	boneless pork butt
3	medium	green onions -- slivered
1	teaspoon	fresh ginger root -- julienne
2	whole	star anise
2	tablespoons	mein see -- see * note
2	tablespoons	soy sauce -- light
2	teaspoons	brown sugar
1	cup	Chinese rice wine -- or dry sherry
2	cloves	garlic -- sliced thin
1/2	teaspoon	white pepper -- freshly-ground or
2	cups	water -- more may be needed

Preparation:

* Note: Soybean condiment available in Asian markets. Mix together all the ingredients except the pork. Place the meat in an ovenproof casserole just large enough to hold it. A crockpot may be used. Pour the sauce over the top, cover the dish and bake at 275 degrees from 5 to 8 hours, depending on your taste.