Chinese Five Spice Spareribs

Succulent and flavorful, these Chinese Five Spice Spareribs are a show-stopping dish that combines aromatic spices with a savory-sweet glaze. Marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and fragrant Chinese five spice powder, these tender spareribs soak in bold, umami flavors that are enhanced by fresh ginger and garlic. Slowly baked to perfection, the ribs are basted repeatedly for ultimate juiciness before being caramelized to a sticky, golden finish in the oven. Garnished with vibrant green onions and optional sesame seeds, these ribs are the perfect centerpiece for any dinner table, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite sides. Ideal for family dinners or entertaining, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork spareribs
• 1.5 teaspoons Chinese five spice powder
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pork spareribs under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and cut them into individual ribs.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and Chinese five spice powder. Whisk until well blended.

Step 3

Place the spareribs into the bowl and ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 5

Transfer the spareribs and the marinade to a roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water to the pan to prevent the ribs from drying out.

Step 6

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake the ribs for 1.5 hours, basting them with the marinade every 30 minutes.

Step 7

After 1.5 hours, remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Continue baking the ribs for an additional 20–30 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they develop a caramelized glaze.

Step 8

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Sprinkle the ribs with chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using) before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with steamed rice or a side of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1589.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4157.8

Total Fat 337.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 954.0mg	0%
Sodium 10756.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 49.8g
Protein 162.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384.6mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 3121.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.9%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 7.8%