Chinese Spareribs Sticky Sweet Savory Style
Chinese Spareribs are tender pork ribs cooked in a sweet and savory glaze.They are flavored with soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and aromatic spices.Slow cooking ensures juicy meat and rich caramelization.Perfect for family meals, celebrations, or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 kg pork spareribs, cut into pieces
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or Chinese black vinegar
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp five-spice powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker glaze)
- Sesame seeds and chopped spring onions for garnish
Instructions
- Clean and pat dry the spareribs.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, vinegar, Shaoxing wine, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, pepper, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the ribs for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange ribs on a baking tray and cover loosely with foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes, turning once.
- Remove foil, brush ribs with remaining sauce, and bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions before serving.
Notes
- Baby back ribs can be used instead of spareribs.
- Marinating longer enhances flavour depth.
- Oven-baking gives consistent caramelization.
- Cornstarch helps thicken the glaze if needed.
- Adjust sweetness according to taste.