The key to making char siu pork ribs lies in the initial marination. The quality of the char siu sauce directly determines whether you can make delicious char siu pork ribs later on. However, for a home-style version, the requirements aren't that high. Generally, the char siu sauce available in supermarkets is quite good. Of course, enthusiasts can also make their own char siu sauce.
How to Make Char Siu Pork Ribs
Everyone says char siu pork ribs are delicious. A couple of days ago, I couldn't resist the call of my foodie instincts and made some. Well, now I'm really hungry.
Ingredients Preparation
300 grams of pork ribs, an appropriate amount of char siu sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, half a bowl of water, 300 grams of Chinese greens, 1 small teaspoon of salt.
Method and Steps
1. Rinse the pork ribs clean, drain the water, then add the char siu sauce and mix evenly.
2. Place them in a storage box, cover it, and refrigerate for more than three hours.
3. Heat up the oil in a wok, add the marinated pork ribs and sauce, pour in the water, bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
4. In another pot, bring water to a boil. When boiling, add a little sesame oil and salt, blanch the Chinese greens until cooked, then drain.
5. Once the pork ribs have reduced to a thick sauce, remove the excess sauce. Arrange the Chinese greens on a plate, then place the pork ribs on top.
Tips
During the cooking process, don't use too high a heat as it will easily burn the bottom of the pan. Stir-fry a few times after the sauce has reduced for better flavor.
Simple Char Siu Pork Ribs Recipe
The method of making char siu pork ribs is similar to braised pork ribs, except that braised pork ribs are stewed for a longer time until tender, while char siu pork ribs are cooked for a shorter time, keeping the meat tender.
Ingredients Preparation
One pound of pork ribs, an appropriate amount of char siu sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Method and Steps
1. Soak the pork ribs in cold water for half an hour, changing the water four times. After draining, mix with char siu sauce.
2. Place the pork ribs in a storage bag and refrigerate overnight for use.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a frying pan, then add the marinated pork ribs and sauce. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
4. While simmering, pay attention to stir to avoid burning. Then uncover and reduce the sauce before serving.
Tips
If there isn't much water when the pork ribs are added to the pan, you can add a little bit of water as needed.
Grilled Char Siu Pork Ribs Recipe
Char siu pork ribs can also be made using an oven. However, this method is a bit more difficult, and controlling the heat isn't as easy.
Ingredients Preparation
One rack of pork ribs, an appropriate amount of seafood sauce, 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of cooking wine, 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
Method and Steps
1. Take a small bowl and mix the seafood sauce, soy sauce, cooking wine, and vinegar together.
2. After preparing the pork ribs, roast them in an oven at 180 degrees Celsius for one hour.
3. After taking them out of the oven, brush them with the prepared sauce, then return them to the oven.
4. Every 3 minutes or so, take them out of the oven and brush them with sauce. Repeat this process for about 15 to 20 minutes total.
Tips
Different ovens may require different roasting times. You'll need a certain amount of patience when brushing the sauce on during the final stages.