Macao-style Asado Pork Spare Ribs | Sweet and Savory

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while maintaining flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without the cost.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative.

In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil.

Add pork and cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned.

Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until aromatic.

Add water and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, skimming any scum that floats on top.

Add star anise and bay leaves.

Lower the heat, cover, and continue to cook until the meat is tender.

Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Continue to simmer until the sauce is reduced.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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