boneless spare ribs

Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs are a fixture on Chinese takeout menus. Savory and sweet, they are oven-roasted and brushed with honey or maltose, and best served on a bed of your favorite fried rice.

Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs

pork

garlic ((minced))

sugar

sea salt

five spice powder

white pepper

Shaoxing wine

hoisin sauce

bean sauce

ketchup

pineapple juice

sesame oil

red food coloring ((optional))

maltose ((or honey, for brushing))

If your pork is thawed, freeze until firm (but not rock solid, about 45 minutes) for easier slicing. Cut the pork into ¾-inch (2 cm) thick slabs. The size of the pieces depends on the cuts of pork you’re using. Mine were about 4x8 inches (10x20 cm).

In a large mixing bowl, combine the garlic, sugar, salt, five spice powder, white pepper, Shaoxing wine, hoisin sauce, ground bean sauce, tomato ketchup, pineapple juice, sesame oil, and red food coloring (if using). Mix until everything is well combined and smooth.

Add the pork and toss until well coated in the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap or a large sheet pan, transfer to the refrigerator, and marinate overnight (12-24 hours). For maximum flavor penetration and distribution, you can stir the pork a few times during the marinating period, but this step isn’t strictly necessary.

Once the marinating period is over, let the pork come up to room temperature on the counter for 2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan or roasting pan with heavy duty foil (for quick clean-up) and place a metal rack on top.

Place the boneless pork on the metal rack, leaving at least 1 inch of room between the pieces. Pour ½ cup of hot water on the bottom of the pan, and transfer to the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, flip the pork. Return to the oven for another 15 minutes. If the pan is dry, add an additional ½ cup of hot water.

Mix the maltose or honey with 2 teaspoons of hot water, and generously brush the pork on both sides. If desired, you can roast the pork under the broiler set to low for a few minutes until the pork is lightly charred and caramelized, but watch closely so they don’t burn!

After broiling, brush them once more with the maltose (or honey). Rest at room temperature for at least 5-10 minutes before cutting. To serve, thinly slice the pork into lengths, and serve alongside your fried rice of choice.

These Chinese boneless spare ribs are just like the takeout recipe. Sticky and sweet with crispy edges and that deep red color. You can easily make them at home!

pork loin (or boneless spare ribs)

soy sauce (*see note)

hoisin sauce (*see note)

dry red wine

garlic

Chinese Five Spice

natural red food coloring

Thinly slice the pork into strips about 3" long and place in a large sealable plastic bag.

Whisk together the remaining ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.

Pour the marinade into the plastic bag with the pork.

Seal the bag and place in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours.

When ready to cook, preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a baking rack on top.

Place the pork slices on top of the baking rack. Reserve any extra marinade.

Bake for 40-45 minutes brushing the pork slices with the extra marinade 2-3 times while cooking.

Broil for last 1-2 minutes for extra crispy edges.

Remove from oven and serve with rice and steamed vegetables. Best enjoyed immediately.

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These Chinese boneless spare ribs are just like the takeout recipe. Sticky and sweet with crispy edges and that deep red color. Learn how easily you can make them at home!

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