Trader Vic'S Chinese Spare Ribs Recipe

Name: Trader Vic'S Chinese Spare Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 cup plum sauce (If you don't have on the shelf, try Plum Sauce, Asian); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 tablespoons ginger, Finely minced; 2 tablespoons garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3 lbs pork back ribs; 3 tablespoons sugar (white or brown)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup plum sauce (If you don't have on the shelf, try Plum Sauce, Asian)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons ginger, Finely minced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 lbs pork back ribs
3 tablespoons sugar (white or brown)

1
In bowl, whisk together soy sauce, plum sauce, tomato paste, hoisin sauce, dry sherry, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and salt. Set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
3
Rub sugar on all sides of ribs.
4
Place on greased or sprayed rack, in foil lined roasting pan, meat side up.
5
Bake, tightly covered, 1-1/4 hours.
6
Drain juices from pan; remove rack and return ribs to pan.
7
Spread sauce over ribs, turning to coat.
8
Bake, uncovered, 40 minutes or until ribs are tender and glazed, turning and basting twice.
9
Cut into appetizer single-rib servings if desired, or use as a main course. Servings given is for a main course.

913

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Fat

Carbs

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 cup plum sauce (If you don't have on the shelf, try Plum Sauce, Asian), 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Trader Vic'S Chinese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Trader Vic'S Chinese Spare Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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