Sticky Pork Ribs With Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Name: Sticky Pork Ribs With Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs pork spareribs; 7 tablespoons soy sauce; 6 tablespoons light brown sugar; 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine; 2 tablespoons finely grated gingerroot; 5 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 small red chile, finely chopped; 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Servings: persons

3 lbs pork spareribs
7 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons light brown sugar
4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons finely grated gingerroot
5 garlic cloves, peeled
1 small red chile, finely chopped
4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups baby spinach leaves

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Place the ribs in a large pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes; drain. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and return to the dry pot.
3
Combine 6 T. of the soy sauce, the sugar, hoisin sauce, rice wine, ginger, 2 cloves of the minced garlic, and the chili. Pour over the ribs and turn to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, toss the sweet potatoes and the 3 remaining cloves of garlic in the vegetable oil with the remaining soy sauce. Place in a single layer in a large roasting pan lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Roast for 15 minutes.
5
Place the ribs on top of the sweet potatoes, reserving any extra marinade. Return to oven and roast for 45 minutes or until dark and sticky. Baste with the extra marinade periodically.
6
Remove ribs from the pan, set aside, and keep warm. In a bowl, mash the sweet potatoes, garlic, butter and lemon juice. Serve with the ribs on a bed of baby spinach.

1299

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

104

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 3 lbs pork spareribs, 7 tablespoons soy sauce, 6 tablespoons light brown sugar, 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Sticky Pork Ribs With Sweet Potatoes 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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Sticky Pork Ribs With Sweet Potatoes

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