Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (Tángcù Páigǔ)
Tángcù Páigǔ, or Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs, is a classic dish in Tianjin Cuisine known for its delicious combination of sweet and tangy flavors. This recipe will guide you through creating this flavorful and tender dish that is perfect for a family meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 kg pork ribs, cut into individual pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper, then coat them in cornstarch and dip in beaten eggs.
- Fry the coated pork ribs in the skillet until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the garlic, onion, and bell peppers until they are slightly tender.
- Add the pineapple chunks, ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Return the fried pork ribs to the skillet and coat them with the sweet and sour sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the ribs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the Tángcù Páigǔ hot with steamed rice or noodles.
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
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Cutting board Knife Bowls Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Frying pan Tongs Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Tángcù Páigǔ with a side of steamed rice and a fresh vegetable salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra tanginess, add a splash of fresh lime juice to the sweet and sour sauce.
Cost
$20