Braised Pork Ribs

Braised pork ribs are a classic dish in Chinese home cooking and have become one of the iconic representations of Chinese cuisine. Traditional braised pork ribs are made with premium pork ribs, seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine, and other spices, then slowly stewed. They have a vibrant red color and a deliciously savory taste, making them deeply beloved by people.Mentioning this dish often brings back fond food memories for many.

6 Reviews
6 Comments
POSTED:23/05/2024
Level:Easy
Yield:2-3 servings
Total:1 hr 0 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:15 min

Many people love Braised Pork Ribs, but there are a few tips to get them just right. Once you master these tips, you'll be able to make this delicious dish with ease! Let's learn how to do it together!


1、How to Choose Pork Ribs?

When selecting pork ribs, it's crucial to pick ones that are fresh. Pay close attention to the color and texture of the meat. Opt for ribs with a pinkish hue and firm texture, indicating freshness.


2、How to Remove Blood from Pork Ribs?

When blanching pork ribs, it's best to use cold water in the pot. Add a few slices of ginger, green onions, and a splash of cooking wine. Boil for about 2 minutes to effectively remove any blood. This process ensures the ribs are clean and ready for cooking.


3、How to Keep Pork Ribs Tender?

①After blanching, rinse the ribs with hot water. This helps prevent the meat from becoming dry and tough when cooked.

②During the cooking process, using boiling water to simmer the ribs makes them more tender and juicy.


4、How to Control Heat When Cooking Pork Ribs?

To make caramel, use low heat to prevent it from burning and becoming bitter, which can affect the overall taste.


Now that you've mastered these tips and tricks, you'll be able to whip up an authentic batch of Braised Pork Ribs in no time. Feel free to adjust the seasoning and ingredients according to your taste preferences. So, let's get cooking together!

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 500g of pork ribs

ACCESSORIES

  • 2 pieces of cinnamon
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 15g rock sugar
  • 3/4 slices of ginger
  • 3 green onions
  • a little white sesame seeds

SEASONINGS

  • 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon of dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of cooking wine
  • a little oil

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Place the pork ribs in a pot of cold water, add some ginger, green onions, and a tablespoon of cooking wine.

Cook pork ribs in pot of cold water with ginger, green onions, and cooking wine.

STEP 2

Skim off any blood foam, and simmer for 3 minutes.

Remove blood foam, then simmer for 3 minutes.

STEP 3

Remove the ribs and drain off excess water.

Instructions to remove ribs and drain excess water.

STEP 4

Heat a little oil in the pot, then add a few small pieces of rock sugar.

Tips:

If you're not comfortable making caramel, you can skip this step. Omitting the rock sugar is also an option.

Tips for making caramel: Heat oil, add rock sugar, omit if unsure.

STEP 5

Cook over low heat until the ribs turn a deep red color.

Cook ribs on low until deep red.

STEP 6

Add the ribs and quickly stir-fry until evenly browned.

Stir-fry ribs until browned.

STEP 7

Add a few slices of ginger, 2 star anise, and 2 bay leaves.

Add ginger, star anise, and bay leaves for enhanced flavor.

STEP 8

Pour in 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce.

Add 2 tbsp light soy sauce to recipe.

STEP 9

Add half a tablespoon of dark soy sauce.

Add 0.5 tbsp dark soy sauce.

STEP 10

Stir in a tablespoon of oyster sauce until well combined.

Combine a tablespoon of oyster sauce into recipe.

STEP 11

Pour in enough boiling water to cover the ribs, cover with a lid, and simmer over medium-low heat for 45 minutes.

Simmer ribs in boiling water for 45 minutes with lid on.

STEP 12

Lastly, increase the heat to reduce the sauce until thickened, then sprinkle with some white sesame seeds.

Increase heat, reduce sauce until thickened, sprinkle with white sesame seeds.

STEP 13

The ribs should have a vibrant red color and tender texture, comparable to those served in restaurants, with even the bones packed with flavor.

Ribs should be red and tender, packed with flavor.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Braised Pork Ribs
  • Main Ingredients:8
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:544 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 517 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):760 kcal
    37%
  • Protein:103.83 g
    194%
  • Fat:28.21 g Why gray?
    66%
  • Carbohydrates:15.27 g
    9%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 59%
    443 kcal
  • Fat: 34%
    254 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 8%
    60 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
28:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

6 REVIEWS

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JacquelineOctober 12, 2024

Whenever I make braised pork ribs, they tend to become too greasy and not flavorful enough, is there any way to make them more delicious and healthy?
reply:
October 14, 2024
You can try blanching the ribs in boiling water before cooking them to remove excess fat. In addition, you can reduce the use of seasonings that have a lot of fat
LarrySeptember 30, 2024

How do I make sure the sauce for Braised Spare Ribs is rich in flavor and not too thin?
reply:
October 03, 2024
You can add some starch water to thicken the sauce properly when cooking the sauce and control the heat to make the sauce have the right consistency and better taste.
AnnaSeptember 18, 2024

When making braised pork ribs, how can I make them more flavorful and tender
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September 20, 2024
You can add appropriate amount of seasonings such as cooking wine, soy sauce, ginger and garlic when marinating the ribs for a longer period of time, and add appropriate amount of water or stock to maintain the moistness during the cooking process.
AvaJuly 30, 2024

Did it not simmer long enough and the ones I followed don't look bite-sized?
PatriciaJuly 17, 2024

Braised Pork Ribs are easy to cook and are a great dinner option for busy everyday meals.
AnnaMay 23, 2024

These braised pork ribs are so good, thanks for sharing the recipe!
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