Homemade sweet and sticky pork ribs

How to Make Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs at Home

Sweet and sour pork ribs, a beloved household dish, tantalize taste buds with its perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Here’s a simple guide to recreate this classic.

Ingredients: 500g pork ribs, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vinegar, 3 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp starch, 1 sliced bell pepper, 1 carrot, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp ginger.

Steps:

1. Marinate the ribs: Rinse ribs, pat dry, and marinate with soy sauce, starch, and 1 tbsp sugar for 20 minutes.

2. Deep-fry: Heat oil in a wok, fry ribs until golden brown, then drain excess oil.

3. Make sauce: In a bowl, mix vinegar, remaining sugar, soy sauce, and 100ml water.

4. Stir-fry: Sauté garlic and ginger in the wok until fragrant. Add bell pepper and carrot, stir-fry briefly.

5. Combine: Pour the sauce over the ribs and vegetables. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens, coating the ribs evenly.

6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds if desired, and serve hot with steamed rice.

This dish is easy to customize—adjust sugar and vinegar to your taste. Enjoy the crispy, tender ribs with a vibrant sauce that’s sure to become a family favorite!