Braised Pork Rib Rice
Tender pork ribs slowly braised in a savory soy-based sauce, served over fluffy steamed rice. This classic Chinese comfort dish brings together melt-in-your-mouth meat with aromatic ginger and scallions.
Story
A homey bowl of rice topped with caramelized ribs is pure comfort food. The key is letting the ribs simmer low and slow until they're fall-off-the-bone tender.
Ingredients
Pork ribs
1.5 lbs, cut into 2-inch pieces
Soy sauce
3 tablespoons
Light soy sauce
2 tablespoons
Granulated sugar
2 tablespoons
Ginger
1 inch, sliced
Garlic
3 cloves, smashed
Scallions
4 stalks, white and green parts separated
Star anise
2 whole
Shaoxing wine
2 tablespoons
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
Water
1.5 cups
Steamed rice
3 cups cooked
Instructions
1
Prep the ribs
Rinse the pork ribs under cold water and pat completely dry. This helps the sauce cling better during cooking.
2
Season the meat
In a large bowl, toss the ribs with soy sauce, light soy sauce, and sugar until evenly coated. Let sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
3
Build the aromatics
Heat oil in a wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the ginger slices, garlic, and white parts of the scallions. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Braise the ribs
Add the marinated ribs to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn deep brown on the outside. Pour in the Shaoxing wine and let it sizzle. Add star anise and water, then bring to a gentle boil.
5
Slow cook to perfection
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes until ribs are fork-tender and sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6
Serve
Spoon hot steamed rice into bowls and top with the braised ribs and their rich sauce. Garnish with sliced green scallion tops and serve immediately.
