Bak Ku Teh (Pork Rib Tea Soup) Recipe

Name: Bak Ku Teh (Pork Rib Tea Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pork back ribs, chopped into 2-inch lengths; 1 large garlic clove, crushed; 6 cups water; 1 cinnamon stick; 3 whole star anise; 1 teaspoon whole white peppercorns; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 3 teaspoons salt; 3 tablespoons dark soy sauce (to taste); soy sauce (optional); red chile, thinly sliced (optional); steamed white rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb pork back ribs, chopped into 2-inch lengths
1 large garlic clove, crushed
6 cups water
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole star anise
1 teaspoon whole white peppercorns
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce (to taste)
soy sauce (optional)
red chile, thinly sliced (optional)
steamed white rice (optional)

1
Combine the pork, garlic, and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
2
Skim and discard the scum from the surface. Add the cinnamon, star anise, peppercorns, sugar, salt, and soy sauce.
3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the pork is tender, about 45 minutes. Discard the excess fat from the soup before serving.
4
Serve the soup in deep bowls with 3 to 4 rib pieces per serving.
5
Combine soy sauce and chiles to taste in small bowls as a dipping sauce for the ribs. Serve bowl of rice on the side.

387

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pork back ribs, chopped into 2-inch lengths, 1 large garlic clove, crushed, 6 cups water, 1 cinnamon stick, and more.

Yes, Bak Ku Teh (Pork Rib Tea Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bak Ku Teh (Pork Rib Tea Soup)

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