Szechuan Sweet And Sour Spareribs Recipe

Name: Szechuan Sweet And Sour Spareribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork spareribs, separated and cut through the bone into thirds; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 4 slices fresh ginger, peeled and smashed; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed; 1 cup hot water; 1 green onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons szechuan hot bean sauce; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork spareribs, separated and cut through the bone into thirds
2 tablespoons peanut oil
4 slices fresh ginger, peeled and smashed
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1 cup hot water
1 green onion, chopped
3 tablespoons szechuan hot bean sauce
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek (to taste)

1
Preheat wok (preferably nonstick) over high heat.
2
Add oil to wok and swirl to coat sides of wok.
3
Add ginger slices and garlic and toss in oil.
4
Add ribs to wok and stir fry until they are all white on the outside (no need to brown).
5
Add hot water and bring to a simmer.
6
Cover and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.
7
Mix the last 7 ingredients together, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
8
The water should have about boiled off the ribs. Remove the cover and boil further if necessary.
9
Add the sauce to the wok and stir fry until the ribs are coated and the sauce is reduced to a glaze.
10
Add the chopped green onion and stir fry another few seconds to combine.
11
Use a slotted spoon to transfer ribs to a serving platter, leaving as much of the oil behind as possible.

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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: 1 1/2 - 2 lbs pork spareribs, separated and cut through the bone into thirds, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 4 slices fresh ginger, peeled and smashed, 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Sweet And Sour Spareribs 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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Szechuan Sweet And Sour Spareribs

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