Chinese Fragrant Spareribs
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chinese Fragrant Spareribs, a dish that transforms tender pork spareribs into a sticky, aromatic masterpiece. Marinated and braised in a rich mixture of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, and honey, these ribs boast a perfectly balanced sweet-savory glaze. Fragrant spices like star anise and cinnamon, along with fresh ginger and garlic, infuse the meat with layers of warmth and depth. Finished with a glossy, caramelized coating and garnished with scallions and sesame seeds, this dish is ideal for pairing with steamed rice or your favorite side. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these Chinese-style spareribs are both comforting and packed with bold flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Pork spareribs
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 Star anise
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 Red chili (optional, for heat)
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 Scallions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the pork spareribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut them into 2-3 inch pieces.
In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the spareribs for 5 minutes. This will remove impurities and improve the final flavor. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger slices, star anise, cinnamon stick, and red chili (if using). Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the blanched spareribs to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides.
Pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, and water. Add the brown sugar and honey to the mixture. Stir to combine, ensuring the ribs are evenly coated in the sauce.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the sauce reduces too much, add a little more water.
After 1 hour, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the ribs. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Once the sauce has reduced to a sticky glaze and clings to the ribs, remove the skillet from the heat.
Garnish the spareribs with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 821 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 594 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
