To make "thịt kho tàu," a traditional Vietnamese caramelized pork dish, you will need the following ingredients: pork belly, fish sauce, sugar, shallots, garlic, black pepper, and coconut water. Firstly, slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces and marinate with minced shallots, crushed garlic, a pinch of black pepper, and a tablespoon of fish sauce for about 30 minutes. Next, heat a pan on medium heat and add a spoonful of sugar. Let the sugar caramelize until it turns into a golden brown color. Then add the marinated pork belly to the pan and stir-fry until the meat is slightly browned. After that, pour in enough coconut water to cover the pork belly and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1-1.5 hours until the pork is tender and the liquid has reduced to a thick caramelized sauce. Finally, adjust the seasoning with more fish sauce or sugar if needed. Serve the thịt kho tàu hot with steamed white rice and enjoy! This dish is best enjoyed when prepared in advance as it allows the flavors to develop even further. It's a delicious representation of Vietnamese cuisine that brings together sweet, savory, and rich flavors in every bite.