Dive into the Garlicky Goodness of Steamed Spare Ribs with Fermented Black Beans

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m going to walk you through making a mouth – watering Chinese dish: steamed spare ribs with fermented black beans. It has an amazing garlic flavor, and here’s the best part – it only takes about an hour to make, and the process is a breeze!

First off, let’s gather the ingredients. You’ll need some spare ribs as the star of the show. For the sidekicks, grab some fermented black beans (which add a super unique umami flavor) and minced garlic (because who doesn’t love garlic?). As for seasonings, you’ll want peanut oil, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and dark soy sauce. These sauces will give the ribs a rich and delicious taste.

Now, let’s get cooking! Start by cutting the spare ribs into small pieces and giving them a good rinse. Make sure to get rid of any dirt or debris. This is the foundation of our dish, so take your time.

Next, take some garlic cloves, give them a good whack with the flat side of a knife to flatten them, and then chop them up into small pieces. Finely chopped garlic will release its awesome flavor during cooking.

Once the garlic is ready, put the spare ribs into a pot filled with cold water. Bring the water to a boil slowly. As the water heats up, you’ll see blood and impurities rise to the surface. This is the yucky stuff we want to get rid of. Once it’s boiling, take the ribs out and rinse them again under cold water. This step is crucial to make the ribs taste clean and fresh.

Now, it’s time to heat up the pan. Pour in some peanut oil and let it get nice and hot. When the oil is shimmering, toss in the minced garlic. Stir it around, and in no time, your kitchen will be filled with the amazing smell of garlic.

After the garlic is fragrant, add the fermented black beans to the pan. Keep stirring, and you’ll notice a whole new level of aroma filling the air. The combination of garlic and fermented black beans is just magical.

Once the beans and garlic are releasing their wonderful scents, throw the spare ribs into the pan. Stir them around so that each piece gets coated with the garlic and bean mixture. It’s like giving the ribs a flavor bath.

When the ribs are evenly mixed with the garlic and beans, it’s time to add the sauces. Pour in some oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce. These sauces will not only add flavor but also give the ribs a beautiful, rich color.

Keep stirring the ribs in the pan until they’re evenly colored and fully absorb the flavors of the sauces. You’ll see the ribs turning a gorgeous shade of brown, and the smell will be irresistible.

Once the ribs are well – seasoned, transfer them to a bowl. Pop the bowl into an electric pressure cooker and let it steam for 20 minutes. This will make the ribs tender and juicy.

Finally, when the 20 minutes are up, open the pressure cooker. Oh my goodness! The aroma that wafts out is out of this world. There you have it – your delicious steamed spare ribs with fermented black beans.

Look at this beautiful dish! The spare ribs are glistening with the sauce, and you can almost taste the garlic and fermented black beans just by looking at them.

Each bite is a burst of flavor. The tender meat, the garlicky goodness, and the umami from the fermented black beans all come together in perfect harmony. It’s a taste explosion in your mouth!

So, guys, don’t hesitate. Try making this dish at home. It’s a great way to explore Chinese cuisine and treat your taste buds to something new and amazing!