Pour the cooking oil into a frying pan over medium heat and sear the pork cubes until they are brown. When browned, remove from pan and allow to drain.
450 g pork belly, 1 tsp oil
In a separate pan, heat the sugar over a low heat until it has started to dissolve caramalise into a golden colour. Do not stir the caramel just agitate the pan.
3 tbsp sugar
Remove from the heat and add 50ml of warm water being careful as it may sizzle.
Stir the pork into the caramel and then stir in the fish sauce along with 3 tablespoons of warm water. turn the pork over halfway through cooking.
3 tbsp fish sauce
Cover and cook gently for about an hour until the meat is tender.
Add the peppercorns and cook for a few more minutes
Serve with rice and steamed veg fo a perfect meal.