Costelas De Porco Picantes (spicy Macanese Pork Ribs)
Costelas de Porco Picantes, or Spicy Macanese Pork Ribs, are a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the rich and diverse flavors of Macanese cuisine. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat and a lot of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork ribs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the stovetop to medium-high heat.
- Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, Chinese five-spice powder, cayenne pepper, and water.
- Place the seasoned pork ribs in a large pot and pour the sauce mixture over them.
- Cover the pot and let the ribs simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
- Once cooked, remove the ribs from the pot and place them on a serving dish.
- Optional: You can reduce the sauce in the pot to create a thicker glaze to drizzle over the ribs.
- Serve the spicy Macanese pork ribs hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Serving dish
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board Mixing bowl Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the spicy Macanese pork ribs with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
Cost
$15