Normally, stewing pork ribs can take one to two hours, which is rather inconvenient. Cooking them in a pressure cooker is different – it takes less time, is convenient and hassle-free, and the results are just as good. Controlling the heat isn't as complicated either. Everything becomes so much simpler, but before you start, you need to learn how to cook pork ribs in a pressure cooker.
Cooking Pork Ribs in a Pressure Cooker
Instructions
People have certain standards for delicious food, so they don't want to miss out on tasty dishes. However, when it comes to cooking themselves, they tend to be lazy. With a pressure cooker at home, it's different – all you need to do is prepare the ingredients and wait for your meal. The ribs will be soft and tender, suitable for all ages.
Ingredients Needed
500 grams of pork ribs, an appropriate amount of salt, 1 piece of ginger, 1 star anise, an appropriate amount of cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of sugar, an appropriate amount of cornstarch, and an appropriate amount of coriander.
Method and Steps
1. Rinse the pork ribs clean of bloodwater, add a little salt, marinate slightly, and set aside to drain.
2. Wash the star anise, bay leaf, and cinnamon and set aside.
3. Mix the pork ribs with soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, slices of ginger, bay leaf, star anise, and cinnamon. Add a bit of water if desired (optional).
4. Pressure cook for about 15 minutes. When serving, garnish with spring onion or coriander for extra flavor.
A Simple Method for Cooking Pork Ribs in a Pressure Cooker
Preparing the Ingredients
700 grams of pork ribs, 20 grams of soy sauce, 1 piece of ginger, 5 grams of star anise, 15 grams of brown sugar, and an appropriate amount of water.
Steps
1. Place the purchased pork ribs in a basin and rinse them clean with water. Chop the scallions into sections and slice the ginger. Set aside.
2. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the cleaned pork ribs and blanch them until cooked.
3. In a pressure cooker, add water, scallions, ginger, and star anise. Add soy sauce and brown sugar, stir well, and finally, add the blanched pork ribs.
4. Cover and cook over high heat for 15 minutes after the pressure has built up. Then, reduce the heat and cook for another 10 minutes.
Tips
1. Blanching the pork ribs beforehand makes them easier to cook and more flavorful. It also helps to remove any unpleasant odors.
2. Make sure there is enough water in the pressure cooker to cover the pork ribs.
3. Control the heat properly and avoid overcooking. Overcooking can make the pork ribs too soft and mushy, affecting their texture.
Clear Broth Pressure Cooked Pork Ribs
Ingredients Preparation
Pork ribs, lotus root, scallions, ginger, and salt.
Method and Steps
1. Cut the pork ribs into small pieces, wash them, blanch them, rinse, and cut the lotus root into chunks.
2. Chop the scallions and slice the ginger. Set aside.
3. Heat oil in a pan, sauté the scallions and ginger until fragrant, then stir-fry the pork ribs for a few minutes.
4. Transfer the pork ribs and ginger slices to a pressure cooker, add water, bring to a boil, and simmer for half an hour.
5. After the pressure has been released, add the lotus root and salt, and cook for another 10 minutes or so.
Tips
You can also add a small amount of cooking wine or white wine when stewing the pork ribs; this will make the meat more aromatic.
Nutritional Benefits of Pressure-Cooked Pork Ribs
Pork ribs are nourishing and moistening, rich in calcium, and can replenish vital energy and blood. Pressure-cooked pork ribs utilize the high-pressure characteristics of the pressure cooker, raising the boiling point of the water. The high temperature and pressure inside the pot make the pork ribs tender, allowing their nutrients to be fully released and better absorbed by the body.