Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for about 30 minutes until they’ve softened thoroughly.

Rinse the long grain and short grain sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Combine the rinsed sticky rice with water in a pot, then soak it for 30 minutes.

Heat the sesame oil in a pan over medium heat, then sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.

Add the pork belly to the pan and cook until it’s nicely browned.

Incorporate the dried shrimp, soaked shiitake mushrooms, rock sugar, soy sauce, white pepper powder, and Chinese five-spice powder into the pan.

Drain the soaked sticky rice and mix it with the meat mixture in the pan.

Transfer the mixture into a steaming dish, and sprinkle the crispy fried shallots on top.

Steam the dish for about 30 minutes, or until everything is heated through.