SECRET to Making the CRISPIEST Salt & Pepper Ribs 椒盐排骨 Crispy Chinese Style Pork Rib Recipe

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken wings

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken wings are leaner and pork shoulder is less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

five-spice powder

🥗Healthier: cumin and coriander

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Cumin and coriander provide a similar flavor profile.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

Cut pork ribs into individual pieces.

Marinate ribs with soy sauce, rice wine, garlic, ginger, and five-spice powder for at least 30 minutes.

Coat marinated ribs evenly with cornstarch.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the ribs in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

Remove ribs and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, heat a small amount of sesame oil over medium heat.

Add minced garlic, chopped green onions, and chili flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Toss the fried ribs in the garlic mixture until well coated.

Season with salt, black pepper, and white pepper to taste.

Serve hot with lime wedges.

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