steaming pork ribs with chopped peppers

Steamed Pork Ribs with Chopped Chili: A Simple Recipe

Steamed pork ribs with chopped chili is a flavorful, spicy dish popular in Chinese cuisine, known for its tender meat and vibrant taste. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

500g pork ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3-4 chopped chili peppers (adjust to spice preference); 2 tbsp fermented black beans; 1 tbsp minced ginger; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 tbsp light soy sauce; 1 tsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp starch; 1 tbsp cooking oil; chopped scallions and cilantro for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Marinate the ribs: Rinse ribs and pat dry. In a bowl, mix ribs with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, starch, minced ginger, garlic, and fermented black beans. Let marinate for 20 minutes.

2. Prepare the chili: Chop chili peppers finely (remove seeds for less heat). Toss with 1 tbsp oil to enhance aroma.

3. Combine and steam: Spread marinated ribs in a heatproof dish. Top evenly with chopped chili. Steam in a wok or steamer over medium-high heat for 25-30 minutes, or until ribs are tender.

4. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with scallions and cilantro. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra umami, add a splash of rice wine during marination. Adjust chili quantity based on your spice tolerance. This dish pairs perfectly with plain rice to balance the rich, spicy flavors. Enjoy this easy yet delicious homemade meal!