How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe?

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 pounds beef short ribs, bone-in, 2 tablespoons Chinese 5-spice powder, 1 tablespoon teaspoon fine grained sea salt, 2 teaspoons sugar, and more.

Is Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe?

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

Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe

Name: Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 pounds beef short ribs, bone-in; 2 tablespoons Chinese 5-spice powder; 1 tablespoon teaspoon fine grained sea salt; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons ground white pepper; 1 cup hoisin sauce; 1/3 cup dry sherry; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar, or more to taste; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon peeled, minced ginger; 2 scallions, white and green parts minced; 4-5 chunks of cherry wood

Try this homemade Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs recipe the whole family will love. Made with beef short ribs, salt, sugar and ground white pepper. Eas…

This Grilling: Five-Spice Short Ribs relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as chinese 5-spice powder, sugar, ground white pepper and hoisin sauce. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 279 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

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