Sweet And Sour Ribs

Craving restaurant-quality Chinese Sweet And Sour Ribs but want to make them at home?

This beginner-friendly recipe is just what you need!

With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have mouthwatering ribs that taste even better than takeout.

These ribs are perfect warm over steamed rice with veggies, or enjoy them at room temperature as a snack or appetizer.

Plus, you can whip up a big batch and freeze extras for later.

Ingredients

• 1½ lb (700g) pork ribs
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
• 10 cloves garlic
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
• 2 scallions, cut in half
• 5 tablespoons white sugar or 70g rock sugar
• 4 tablespoons black rice vinegar, divided
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
• Finely chopped scallions for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Place pork ribs in a large pot and fill with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer.
Skim off foam and drain after 3 minutes.

Step 2: In a clean wok or deep pan, heat oil. Add ribs, garlic, ginger, and scallions.
Stir-fry over medium heat until ribs are golden.

Step 3: Add sugar, 3 tablespoons black rice vinegar, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and salt.
Add hot water to cover ribs (about 1¾ cups).

Step 4: Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes.

Step 5: Remove garlic, ginger, and scallions. Add remaining 1 tablespoon black rice vinegar.
Boil on high until liquid thickens, stirring occasionally (about 8 minutes).

Step 6: Transfer ribs to a plate. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Serve and enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use regular-sized ribs?

Yes, you can use regular-sized ribs if you prefer. Ask your butcher to cut them into smaller pieces if possible.

2. Can I speed up the cooking process?

Yes, you can use an instant pot or stovetop pressure cooker to reduce cooking time.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?

Absolutely! Make a big batch and freeze some for later. Just defrost and reheat with a little water until hot.

4. What can I serve with these ribs?

Serve the ribs with steamed rice and a refreshing vegetable dish like cucumber salad or stir-fried Chinese broccoli.

5. How do I prevent the sugar from burning when reducing the broth?

Stir the mixture occasionally and keep a close eye on it. Remove from heat as soon as the liquid is thick enough to coat the ribs.