Finished dish photo of Potato and Green Beans Braised Pork Ribs

Potato and Green Beans Braised Pork Ribs

In winter, food gets cold fast. This braised dish combines fragrant pork ribs with a savory broth that can be poured over rice. Serve a steaming bowl of this, and your winter will feel warm and comforting!

Ingredients

Pork Spare Ribs1.5 pounds
Round Green Beans0.5 pounds
Potato1 large
Cabbage2 pieces
Cilantro2 pieces
Spring Onion1 small handful
Leek1 piece
SpicesCinnamon, Sichuan Peppercorn, Chili, Bay Leaf, Fennel, Star Anise
Saltto taste
Cooking Wineto taste
Dark Soy Sauceto taste
Shiitake Mushroom6 pieces

Steps

1

Thaw the pork ribs and soak them for half a day, changing the water periodically to remove blood.

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2

Wash the shiitake mushrooms and soak them in water. Do not discard the soaking water. Cut the potato into chunks.

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3

Prepare the green beans by snapping off ends by hand and washing thoroughly.

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4

Prepare spring onion, garlic, chili, star anise, cinnamon, bay leaf, and fennel.

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5

Ta-da! Here's the trick! As ginger ran out, cilantro stems were used as a substitute to remove any gaminess. Midway through braising, the aroma is amazing, right? Plus, cilantro enhances the flavor—two birds, one stone!

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6

Wash the pork ribs thoroughly and blanch them. Add cooking wine and leek whites halfway through to remove any gaminess. After boiling for one minute, rinse the ribs with cold water.

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7

Tada~ Garnish with spring onions and serve! How does it smell? Simply mouthwatering, isn't it?

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