Chinese
Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine
Pork Rib Min Stew
Chef's Menu Description
A comforting, slow-cooked classic featuring tender cuts braised in a rich, velvety reduction with root vegetables and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 800g pork spare ribs, cut into pieces
- • 80g fermented red rice (hongzao)
- • 120ml red rice wine (hongzao jiu)
- • 30g rock sugar
- • 4 slices ginger
- • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 star anise
- • 800ml water
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cut the ribs into 5cm pieces and pat dry.
2
Phase 2
Boil the ribs for 3 minutes, then rinse and drain.
3
Phase 3
Warm oil in a pot and stir the fermented red rice until fragrant.
4
Phase 4
Add ribs, red rice wine, ginger, star anise, and water; simmer covered for 45 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Stir in rock sugar and soy sauce; simmer uncovered 30 minutes more.
6
Phase 6
Reduce the sauce until glossy and serve hot.