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Chinese Sweet-and-Sour Ribs: A Family Favorite Recipe
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Serves
- 4
Ingredients
- —Beef Ribs: The star of the dish (providing a robust and flavorful base.)
- —Rice Vinegar: Adds a tangy kick (enhancing the overall flavor profile.)
- —Sugar: Balances the acidity and adds a hint of sweetness.
- —Soy Sauce: Infuses the ribs with deep umami notes.
- —Rice Wine (Liao Jiu: A traditional touch that offers a slight sweetness.)
- —Vegetable Oil: For frying (ensuring a crispy exterior.)
- —Salt: To taste (enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients.)
- —Scallion and/or Sesame Seeds: For garnish (adding both flavor and visual appeal.)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ribs: Cut the beef ribs along the bones to ensure each piece contains a single bone. Boil the ribs in a large pot of water for 5 minutes, skimming off any foam that arises.
- 2
Marinate: Combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, and rice wine in a bowl. Marinate the boiled beef ribs in this mixture at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- 3
Fry: Heat oil in a pan until shimmering. Fry the beef ribs until golden brown on all sides, ensuring a crispy exterior.
- 4
Simmer: Return the beef ribs to the pot, adding the marinade and broth. Cook until the sauce thickens into a sticky glaze.
- 5
Final Touch: Stir in additional rice vinegar for a flavor boost. Garnish with scallion and sesame seeds before serving.