cooking pork ribs with radish

How to Make Braised Pork Ribs with Radish: A Step-by-Step Guide

Braised pork ribs with radish is a comforting Chinese dish that tender meat pairs with savory, melt-in-your-mouth radish. Here’s a simple recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients: 500g pork ribs, 1 large radish, 3-5 ginger slices, 2 garlic cloves, 2 dried chili peppers (optional), 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp cooking wine, 1 tsp sugar, 1 cup water, and chopped green onions for garnish.

Steps:

1. Prep the ribs: Rinse ribs, cut into 3-4 cm pieces, and blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove, drain, and set aside.

2. Prep the radish: Peel and cut radish into thick wedges or cubes. Soak in water to remove bitterness, then drain.

3. Sauté the ribs: Heat oil in a wok, stir-fry ginger, garlic, and chilies until fragrant. Add ribs, searing until lightly browned.

4. Simmer: Pour in cooking wine, light/dark soy sauce, and sugar. Stir well, then add water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.

5. Add radish: Toss in radish, ensuring it’s submerged in broth. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until radish turns translucent and ribs are tender.

6. Finish: Adjust seasoning, garnish with green onions, and serve hot with rice.

This dish balances rich, meaty flavors with the radish’s natural sweetness, making it a hearty meal for any occasion!