Shanghai Style Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (上海糖醋排骨)

上海糖醋排骨 (Shanghai Style Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs) is a classic dish in Shanghai cuisine, known for its perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. This recipe will guide you through creating this delicious and tender dish at home.

Shanghai Style Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (上海糖醋排骨)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg pork ribs
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop to medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, coat the pork ribs with cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan and fry the pork ribs until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  5. Add the white vinegar, sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  6. Return the pork ribs to the pan and coat them with the sweet and sour sauce.
  7. Add the diced bell peppers and pineapple chunks. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until the pork ribs are tender.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pan Bowl Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Frying pan Tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the 上海糖醋排骨 with steamed white rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra tender pork ribs, you can also braise them in the sweet and sour sauce for an additional 20-30 minutes.

Cost

$20