Ingredients
1.5 lbs
pork spare ribs, cut into individual ribs
1
tsp cooking wine
1
tbsp canola or vegetable oil
4
tbsp Heinz Tomato Ketchup
2
tbsp sugar
2
tbs Chinkiang/Zhenjiang vinegar (substitution below)
1
tbsp soy sauce
1 ½
cups water
Instructions
Step 1
Add ribs to a large pot. Cover with cold water, add cooking wine and bring to a boil. Boil for 2-3 minutes, drain and rinse to remove impurities.
Step 2
Heat oil in wok over high heat. Add the ribs, lightly brown all the sides, flipping often.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine Heinz Tomato Ketchup, sugar, vinegar and soy sauce. Add to the wok, stir to coat the ribs.
Step 4
Add water to the wok, stir and simmer covered for 20-25 minutes, until ribs are tender
Step 5
Uncover and increase heat allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ribs with a glossy finish. Plate and garnish.
Substitution: Substitute 2 tbsp rice vinegar plus ½ teaspoon soy sauce if Chinkiang/Zhenjiang vinegar is not available.
Optional: Garnish with white sesame and green onions.