Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 lbs pork ribs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp grated garlic
- 2 tbsp chenpi (dried mandarin peel)
- 1 tsp five spice powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Small saucepan
- Grater
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
3. Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper.
4. Place the ribs on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
5. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, grated ginger, grated garlic, chenpi, and five spice powder.
6. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Remove the ribs from the oven and brush them with the chenpi glaze.
9. Return the ribs to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the ribs are cooked through.
10. Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 55-60 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 500
- Total fat: 25g
- Saturated fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Total carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 35g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you can't find chenpi, you can substitute it with orange zest.
Variations:
- You can use chicken wings instead of pork ribs for a lighter version of this recipe.
- You can add some chili flakes to the glaze for a spicier version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the ribs with the glaze several times during the last 20-25 minutes of cooking to ensure a nice caramelization.
- If the glaze is too thick, you can add a splash of water to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the ribs, preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ribs on a platter with some chopped scallions and sesame seeds on top.
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions
- Sesame seeds
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed bok choy
- Garlic green beans
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the glaze is too thin, you can let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken it up.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork ribs to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
- Chenpi is a traditional Chinese ingredient that has been used for centuries in cooking and medicine.
Flavor profiles:
- The chenpi glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the pork ribs, with hints of ginger and garlic.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ribs with some steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
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Region: Chinese