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In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, bay leaves, and jalapeno.
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Arrange the ribs in a baking pan and season them with the salt.
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Using a mortar and pestle, gently pound the garlic cloves and peppercorns until they are combined and coarsely ground.
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Rub the spices into the pork.
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Pour the vinegar mixture over the ribs, turning the meat to coat evenly with the liquid.
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Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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When youre ready to cook the ribs, transfer the ribs and marinade to a large, heavy saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and cook until the meat is tender and falling off the bone, about 1 hour.
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Transfer the ribs to a plate.
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Increase the heat to high and cook the marinade, uncovered, until it is reduced to a medium-thick sauce, 5 to 10 minutes more.
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If the sauce is still thin, simmer for a few more minutes until thickened.
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Discard the bay leaves and jalapeno.
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While youre reducing the sauce, preheat the broiler.
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Transfer the ribs to a broiler pan lined with foil.
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Pour the sauce over the ribs.
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Broil the ribs until nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes on each side.
