Step 1

Using a meat cleaver or sharp knife, cut ribs into separate pieces and place them into a pan large enough to hold them in a single layer.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl combine the remaining ingredients; Soy sauce, Hoisin sauce, Rice vinegar, Chinese 5 spice, brown sugar, chili sauce and crushed garlic.

Step 3

Pour marinade over spareribs and turn to coat.

Step 4

Cover dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Turn ribs from time to time while marinading.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 6

Place a wire rack over a roasting pan. Fill roasting pan half full with warm water.

Step 7

Using tongs, remove ribs from marinade and place them in a single layer on the wire rack. Brush with marinade; reserve the remaining marinade.

Step 8

Cook ribs for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from oven and turn ribs over. Baste with remaining marinade and return to the oven to cook for another 30 minutes.

Step 10

Add additional water to the roasting pan if needed. The water steams the ribs as they cook so they do not dry out.

Step 11

Transfer ribs to a warm serving platter and serve immediately.

Step 12

Provide plenty of napkins when serving.