Sweet Sour Ribs
Indulge in the irresistible tang of Sweet Sour Ribs, a dish that masterfully balances bold flavors and tender texture. This recipe features crispy, golden-fried pork ribs coated in a luscious homemade sauce made with ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from sugar. With fragrant garlic as the base and a silky cornstarch-thickened glaze, these ribs are simmered to absorb every drop of the lip-smacking sweet and sour goodness. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this crowd-pleaser comes together in under an hour and pairs beautifully with a side of steamed rice or fresh greens. For a final flourish, sprinkle with green onions or sesame seeds to elevate both flavor and presentation. Get ready to savor every bite of this restaurant-style dish at home!
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Ingredients
- 1000 grams Pork ribs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 500 ml Vegetable oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Ketchup
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 120 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pork ribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut the ribs into 2-3 inch sections.
Step 2
Season the ribs with salt and white pepper. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cornstarch over the ribs and toss to coat evenly.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the ribs in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per batch. Remove the ribs and drain on paper towels. Discard the oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
Step 4
Mince the garlic cloves. In the same pan, sauté the garlic over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and 120 ml water to create the sweet and sour sauce. Pour this mixture into the pan with the garlic and bring to a simmer.
Step 6
While the sauce is simmering, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the sauce while stirring continuously. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 7
Add the fried ribs to the pan and toss them in the sauce until evenly coated. Let the ribs simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes so they absorb the flavors.
Step 8
Transfer the sweet and sour ribs to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1821.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 7027.9 |
| Total Fat 676.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 150.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 284.1g | |
| Cholesterol 940mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4526.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 45.9g | |
| Protein 207.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 263.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2404.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories