pork ribs with tomato sauce

How to Make Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs: A Complete Guide

Sweet and sour pork ribs are a beloved dish, blending tangy tomato sauce with tender, succulent meat. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate this favorite at home.

Ingredients: 500g pork ribs, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 egg (beaten), 1 cup ketchup, 3 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp vinegar, 1 bell pepper (sliced), 1 onion (chopped), garlic, ginger, and oil for frying.

Steps:

1. Marinate the ribs: Rinse ribs, pat dry, and marinate in soy sauce, cornstarch, and beaten egg for 20 minutes.

2. Deep-fry: Heat oil in a wok, fry ribs until golden brown (5–7 minutes), then drain excess oil.

3. Make the sauce: In a pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and ½ cup water; stir until sugar dissolves.

4. Simmer: Return ribs to the pan, add bell pepper and onion. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until ribs are tender and sauce thickens.

5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra crunch, double-fry the ribs. Adjust vinegar and sugar to balance the sweet-sour flavor. This dish is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes, sure to impress family and friends!