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Super Easy Chinese Sweet N Sour Ribs Recipe

Craving authentic Taiwanese sweet and sour pork? This recipe, passed down through generations, delivers the real deal – not the Americanized version! We call it the 12345 recipe because of the simple sauce ratio. Easily doubled or tripled for large groups, this dish is incredibly flavorful and perfect served over fluffy steamed rice with your favorite stir-fried vegetables. Skip the rice wine – it's delicious even without it!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 468.6 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
Super Easy Chinese Sweet N Sour Ribs

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Ingredients for Super Easy Chinese Sweet N Sour Ribs

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How to Make Super Easy Chinese Sweet N Sour Ribs

  1. Boil approximately 1 liter (4 cups) of water in a large pot.
  2. Add the ribs to the boiling water. Stir gently for about 1 minute until the outsides begin to brown.
  3. Remove the ribs from the boiling water and drain well.
  4. Transfer the ribs to a medium-sized pot or deep pan, ensuring they are arranged in a single layer.
  5. Add 1/4 cup rice wine (optional), 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1/2 cup water to the pot with the ribs.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Continue to simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for approximately 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened considerably and darkened to your liking. Be mindful that the sauce will reduce quickly toward the end.
  8. Serve immediately over steamed rice. Garnish with chopped green onions for extra visual appeal. Serve with your favorite stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal!
  9. Enjoy this family favorite recipe that will impress your friends and family!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

86 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

52g

Carbs

6g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Pork Asian Chinese Dietary Low Carb Low In Something Meat Pork Ribs