Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Chinese sweet n sour ribs, a culinary delight that strikes a perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and savory. This classic dish features succulent pork ribs coated in a glossy sauce that invites you on a culinary journey. As you bite into the tender ribs, the sweet and sour sauce bursts in your mouth, creating an irresistible harmony of flavors. Perfect for both casual family dinners and special occasions, these easy-to-make ribs are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and a touch of culinary magic, you can recreate the authentic taste of Chinese sweet n sour ribs in the comfort of your own home.
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CHINESE SWEET AND SOUR SPARE RIBS
This sweet and sour dish is made with tender and succulent spare ribs. The whole family will love these sticky ribs.
Provided by yanyangtian
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 51m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine pork ribs, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon rice wine, and salt in a large bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a wok or deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in the hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
- Bring remaining 1 teaspoon rice wine, sugar, and water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in ribs; reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Stir in black vinegar. Increase heat to high; cook and stir until sauce thickens and coats the ribs, 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 59.9 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 643.5 mg, Sugar 17.2 g
SUPER EASY CHINESE SWEET N' SOUR RIBS
This is the way my mom taught me to make sweet and sour pork Taiwan style, it's the real Asian thing (not the 'Americanized' version). At home we call it the 12345 sweet n' sour pork because that's the proportions of the sauce you cook it in :). When I make it I always leave out the rice wine because I never have it at home, but it tastes just about as good! This is good for large groups, as it is easy to double/triple and is great on steamed rice!
Provided by kangningchang
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 1 large plate, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil about 1 L of water in a pot, or enough to cover the ribs.
- Carefully drop the ribs in the boiling water, stir til outside browns, roughly 1 minute (this is to clean out the blood in the ribs so your sauce won't have the 'foamy stuff' later).
- Drain ribs, put in a medium sized pot big enough for the ribs to be layed down in one layer. A deeper pan will work too.
- Add rice wine, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and water in the pot (you don't need to follow the measurements, I usually take a ladle and use 1 ladle of rice wine, 2 vinegar 3 sugar etc).
- Bring to a boil for about 10 minutes then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is very dark and almost dry or to your desired thickness, roughly half an hour.
- Be careful not to dry all the sauce out, the sauce will reduce much quicker in the final stage, so keep an eye on it.
- Serve with steamed rice and stir fried veggies for a great Chinese meal!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.6, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 2070.9, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 19.4, Protein 30.3
SWEET AND SOUR RIBS
Make and share this Sweet and Sour Ribs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Pork
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large wok over medium high heat and brown ribs-around 10 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and continue browning.
- Add the vinegar and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add brown sugar and simmer 10 minutes more.
- You might need a bit more vinegar at this point.
- You want the sauce thick but fluid.
- Add the peppers and onions and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the ketchup and stir.
- Taste and adjust the vinegar/brown sugar ratio.
- If needed add cornstarch to thicken.
MOM'S 'SWEET 'N' SOURS' PORK RIBS
My Mom's longtime recipe that she learned from my grandmother who has long passed on. Combines soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, garlic, as well as a few other simple ingredients to make a delicious sauce for sweet and sour cut ribs. Great over rice! Some say rice and this sauce is their favorite food! A Lechner family tradition!
Provided by HOWITZER
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Spare Ribs
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the sugar, flour, salt, pepper, and mustard. Stir in the water, soy sauce, and vinegar.
- Place the ribs in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, cook 10 minutes, and drain.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and brown the ribs on all sides. Mix in the sauce mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes. Mix in the garlic, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or to desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 2481.6 mg, Sugar 50.5 g
SWEET AND SOUR SPARERIBS
Just the tempting aroma of these ribs reminds me of many simple but delicious meals mom made. Dad especially loved these tender tasty ribs with their thick, tangy sauce. Mom liked them because the sauce was no fuss to make. - Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ribs on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ketchup, vinegar and water until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove ribs and rack from pan. Drain and discard fat. Return ribs to roasting pan; drizzle 1-1/2 cups sauce over ribs. Bake 30 minutes longer. Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; brush with remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 887 calories, Fat 53g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 52g protein.
Tips:
- For a more authentic flavor, use Chinese black vinegar instead of rice vinegar.
- If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
- Be sure to marinate the ribs for at least 30 minutes before cooking, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- When frying the ribs, be sure to use a large enough skillet or wok so that the ribs are not crowded. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the ribs, or they will become tough. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- Serve the ribs immediately with the sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
This easy Chinese sweet and sour ribs recipe is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create this classic Chinese dish at home in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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