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How to Make Braised Pork Spare Ribs: A Comprehensive Guide

Braised pork spare ribs, a beloved comfort dish, are prized for their tender meat, rich sauce, and aromatic flavor. Here’s a detailed guide to mastering this recipe.

Ingredients: 1 kg pork spare ribs, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 star anise, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 slices ginger, 2 cloves garlic, and water.

Steps:

1. Prep: Rinse ribs, cut into 4-5 cm pieces, and blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes to remove impurities. Drain and set aside.

2. Sauté: Heat oil in a pot, stir-fry ginger, garlic, and star anise until fragrant. Add ribs, searing until lightly browned.

3. Season: Pour in soy sauces, Shaoxing wine, and sugar, mixing to coat evenly. Add water to cover the ribs.

4. Braise: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5–2 hours, or until ribs are fork-tender.

5. Reduce Sauce: Uncover, increase heat slightly, and simmer for 5-10 minutes to thicken the sauce into a glossy glaze.

Tips: For extra flavor, marinate ribs for 1 hour before cooking. Adjust sugar and soy sauce to taste. Serve steaming hot with rice or steamed buns.

This simple yet delicious method guarantees restaurant-quality ribs, perfect for family meals or gatherings!