Tang Cu Pai Gu (sweet And Sour Spare Ribs)

Tang Cu Pai Gu, also known as Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs, is a popular dish in Anhui Cuisine. The combination of sweet and sour flavors with tender spare ribs makes it a delightful and satisfying meal.

Tang Cu Pai Gu (sweet And Sour Spare Ribs)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs spare ribs, cut into individual pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop to medium heat.
  2. Season the spare ribs with salt and pepper, then coat them in cornstarch and dip in beaten eggs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan and fry the spare ribs until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add bell pepper and pineapple chunks, then stir in ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce.
  5. Return the spare ribs to the pan and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the sauce thickens and the spare ribs are tender.
  6. Serve the Tang Cu Pai Gu hot with steamed rice.

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
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula Knife Cutting board

Tools

Frying pan Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Enjoy Tang Cu Pai Gu with a side of steamed white rice and a vegetable stir-fry.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For an extra tangy flavor, add a splash of lemon juice to the sauce before simmering.

Cost

$15