Japanese Spicy Spare Ribs Recipe

Name: Japanese Spicy Spare Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 pound pork spare ribs; 1 tablespoon oil; 1/4 stalk celery, grated; 1 (1/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 clove garlic, grated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 fresh chile pepper, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon sake; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; salt to taste

Servings: persons

salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound pork spare ribs
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 stalk celery, grated
1 (1/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, grated
1/2 clove garlic, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 fresh chile pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon sake
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
salt to taste

1
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; set a baking rack on top.
2
Rub salt and pepper over the pork ribs; place on the prepared baking sheet.
3
Cook in the preheated oven, flipping once, until meat pulls away easily from the bone, 7 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
4
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add celery, ginger, and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Mix in soy sauce, chile pepper, sake, tomato puree, sugar, balsamic vinegar, and salt; stir until sauce is combined. Remove from heat.
5
Toss pork ribs in sauce until coated.

356

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt and ground black pepper to taste, 1 pound pork spare ribs, 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 stalk celery, grated, and more.

Yes, Japanese Spicy Spare Ribs falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Japanese Spicy Spare Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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