Braised Pork Ribs with Taro
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
446 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Braised Pork Ribs with Taro
Description
Braised Pork Ribs with Taro starts with marinating the ribs briefly to infuse flavor, then searing them with smashed ginger before adding shallots and garlic to build an aromatic base. The dish incorporates ground bean sauce, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and five spice powder for a deep umami and slightly sweet profile. Chicken stock is added for braising, and the mixture simmers for 45 minutes until ribs become tender yet the sauce remains somewhat soupy. The taro root is prepared separately by deep-frying at moderate temperature to cook through without burning, then added back into the braise to absorb the flavors.
The result is a combination of tender, flavorful pork ribs with the creamy texture of taro, balanced by the rich, savory sauce. The cooking technique ensures that the ribs stay moist while the taro adds body and an earthy note to the dish.
This dish can serve as a main course with steamed rice. Its layered flavors and textures make it suited for a satisfying meal where the pork's richness is complemented by the mellow taro.
Ingredients
To marinate the pork ribs:
- 3 pounds pork ribs (cut into 2- to 3-inch/5-7cm pieces)
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- ½ teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon sugar
For the rest of the dish:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus ½ cup/120 ml
- 1 lice ginger (smashed with a cleaver)
- ¼ cup shallot minced
- 6 cloves garlic (smashed lightly)
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- 2 tablespoons bean sauce ground
- 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon five spice powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 4 cups chicken stock low sodium
- 2 pounds taro root cut into 2- to 3-inch/5-7cm pieces, large
- 2 scallions (cut into 2-inch/5cm pieces)
Instructions
- Combine the ribs with the marinade ingredients and marinate for 20 minutes. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the smashed ginger and sear the ribs for 1 minute on each side until browned.
- Turn the heat down to medium and add the shallots and garlic. Stir-fry for another minute and add the Shaoxing wine, ground bean sauce, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, salt, five spice powder, white pepper, and sesame oil. Stir-fry the ribs for another minute.
- Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil, and adjust the heat to a slow simmer. Cover and cook for 45 minutes, checking and stirring the mixture every 10 minutes. The ribs should be submerged in the liquid at the beginning and the sauce should reduce slightly but the braised pork ribs should still look a little soupy at the end of the 45 minutes so add more water or chicken stock if needed.
- While the ribs are cooking, heat ½ cup vegetable oil to 300 degrees F in a wok or cast iron pan and add the taro, spreading the pieces out so there is a single layer. Fry on each side until they just start to turn brown and have a slight crust on them, about a minute on each side. Drain the excess oil and toss the taro with a large pinch of salt. This process give the taro a light crust and prevents it from becoming mushy after cooking with the ribs.
- Once the ribs have been simmering for 45 minutes, they should be tender. There should be quite a bit of standing liquid remaining. Add the taro, and gently fold the mixture together to coat the taro pieces with liquid. Let cook for another 15 minutes, giving everything a gentle stir every 2-3 minutes. If the liquid dries up completely, add another cup of water or chicken stock (the taro will absorb it).
- Try a piece of taro and check for doneness. It should be flaky and cooked through. Cook longer if you want the taro softer. Stir in the scallions and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 446kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 521mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 862mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5.1mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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