Best 5 Super Easy Chinese Sweet N Sour Ribs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Sweet and Sour Ribs, a classic Chinese dish that has captivated taste buds worldwide. This delectable dish features tender pork ribs enveloped in a glossy, sweet and tangy sauce, making it an irresistible treat for both casual diners and culinary enthusiasts alike. Our curated collection of Sweet and Sour Ribs recipes offers a diverse range of cooking methods and flavors to cater to every palate. Discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and elevate your culinary skills with our expert guidance.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

1-2-3-4-5 RIBS



1-2-3-4-5 Ribs image

1-2-3-4-5 Ribs is a wickedly tasty, simple dish of tender pork ribs coated in a sticky, sweet and sour sauce that's hard to resist!

Provided by Judy

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds pork ribs ((680g, the meatier the better, cut into 1.5- to 2-inch pieces))
2 tablespoons oil
4 slices ginger
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
3 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Select meaty ribs, and have the butcher cut them into 1.5" to 2" long pieces. Rinse, and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Preheat a wok until it starts to smoke lightly (see my post on how to prevent food from sticking to a wok). Add 2 tablespoons oil, along with the ginger slices. Over medium heat, fry the ginger for 1 minute. Add the ribs, turn up the heat to high, and take a few minutes to brown both sides.
  • Turn down the heat, and add in 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine, 2 tablespoons light soy sauce, 3 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar, 4 tablespoons sugar, and 5 tablespoons water. Stir and mix everything well. Turn up the heat to bring it to a boil.
  • Once boiling, cover and reduce the heat to medium/low. Simmer for 25 minutes (20 minutes if the ribs are less meaty than mine). Halfway through the process, check to make sure the liquid is not drying up. If so, reduce the heat further and add in a little more water if needed.
  • After 25 minutes of simmering, remove the lid. There should be quite a bit of liquid left. Time to turn up the heat to reduce the sauce and make the ribs glisten. With the heat on high, continuously stir and toss the ribs. This process takes only a couple of minutes. Reduce the liquid until there is ¼ cup of liquid left and the ribs are gleaming with sauce! Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET 'N' SOUR RIBS



Sweet 'n' Sour Ribs image

If you're looking for a change from typical barbecue ribs, you'll enjoy this recipe my mom always prepared on birthdays and special occasions. The tender ribs have a slight sweet-and-sour taste that my family loves. I usually serve them with garlic mashed potatoes and a salad or coleslaw. -Dorothy Voelz, Champaign, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced green pepper
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Place ribs in an ungreased 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the next 11 ingredients; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours., To make sauce, transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with ribs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SWEET & SOUR PORK RIBS



Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs image

For years I wondered why people raved about ribs. I didn't have the patience or energy to bother with them, until I made this recipe. Now I'm a believer, too.-Merle Dyck, Elkford, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 bone-in country-style pork ribs (3 inches thick and 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour. Stir in the vinegar, water, soy sauce, ketchup and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Place ribs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with sauce. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Skim fat. Serve ribs with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHINESE SWEET AND SOUR SPARE RIBS



Chinese Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs image

This sweet and sour dish is made with tender and succulent spare ribs. The whole family will love these sticky ribs.

Provided by yanyangtian

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 51m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound pork spare ribs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice wine, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine pork ribs, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon rice wine, and salt in a large bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a wok or deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in the hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring remaining 1 teaspoon rice wine, sugar, and water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in ribs; reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Stir in black vinegar. Increase heat to high; cook and stir until sauce thickens and coats the ribs, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 59.9 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 643.5 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR RIBS



Sweet and Sour Ribs image

Make and share this Sweet and Sour Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages pork ribs, split individually
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup brown sugar
1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 large onion, cut into eighths
1/4 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large wok over medium high heat and brown ribs-around 10 minutes.
  • Add the soy sauce and continue browning.
  • Add the vinegar and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add brown sugar and simmer 10 minutes more.
  • You might need a bit more vinegar at this point.
  • You want the sauce thick but fluid.
  • Add the peppers and onions and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the ketchup and stir.
  • Taste and adjust the vinegar/brown sugar ratio.
  • If needed add cornstarch to thicken.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pork loin. This will ensure that your ribs are tender and flavorful.
  • Cut the ribs into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Marinate the ribs for at least 30 minutes. This will help them absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Cook the ribs over medium heat. This will prevent them from overcooking and becoming tough.
  • Baste the ribs with the sauce regularly. This will help them stay moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the ribs hot. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour ribs are a classic Chinese dish that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With a little planning and preparation, you can make delicious sweet and sour ribs at home that will rival anything you would find in a restaurant.

Related Topics