Braised Spare Ribs with Soy Sauce (红烧排骨)

红烧排骨 (Braised Spare Ribs with Soy Sauce) is a classic dish in Jiangxi Cuisine, known for its rich and savory flavors. The tender spare ribs are braised in a flavorful soy sauce-based mixture, resulting in a dish that is perfect for serving with steamed rice.

Braised Spare Ribs with Soy Sauce (红烧排骨)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (700g) spare ribs, cut into individual pieces
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Heat a wok or large pan over medium heat. Add the spare ribs and cook until browned.
  2. Add the ginger, garlic, and green onions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the star anise, cinnamon stick, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the spare ribs are tender.
  5. Once the spare ribs are tender and the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Wok or large pan Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cup

Tools

Tongs Serving plate Saucepan

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the 红烧排骨 with steamed white rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra flavor, marinate the spare ribs in the soy sauce and Shaoxing wine mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$12