Pork Sauce

This comforting Pork Sauce features tender spareribs slow-simmered in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until the meat falls off the bone. The sauce reduces into a glossy, sweet-and-savory glaze that clings perfectly to every bite. With its deep umami flavor and aromatic warmth, this dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. It strikes the ideal balance between rich, salty notes and subtle sweetness from brown sugar. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality comfort food that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 357.6

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This comforting Pork Sauce features tender spareribs slow-simmered in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until the meat falls off the bone. The sauce reduces into a glossy, sweet-and-savory glaze that clings perfectly to every bite. With its deep umami flavor and aromatic warmth, this dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. It strikes the ideal balance between rich, salty notes and subtle sweetness from brown sugar. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality comfort food that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Ingredients

2 cup Water
1/2 cup Soy sauce
1 Tbs garlic flakes
3 Lb. spareribs, cut into 2in pieces
2 Tbs brown sugar, packed
1 Tbs cornstarch
1 Tbs sesame seeds
2 Tbs chopped green onion
1/4 Teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

1
In a large pot, combine the water, soy sauce, garlic flakes, and ground ginger.
2
Add the spareribs to the pot and bring the liquid to a rolling boil over high heat.
3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently for 1 hour.
4
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to bring the sauce back to a boil.
5
Uncovered, boil vigorously for 20 minutes to reduce and thicken the sauce.
6
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water until smooth.
7
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pot to further thicken the glaze, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
8
Remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions.
9
Serve the glazed ribs hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 357.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.2g13%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 1.0mg1%
Sodium 6790.6mg283%
Total Carbohydrate 60.1g21%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 31.8g
Protein 14.0g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pork, ribs, spareribs, soy sauce, braised, garlic, ginger, simmered, umami, comfort food, dinner, glaze, asian inspired, easy recipe, meat sauce, sticky ribs, family meal, one pot, brown sugar, sesame seeds

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