Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs

Name: Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds boneless pork butt ((sliced ¾” thick into 4”x8” slices; can also use boneless country ribs)); 2 cloves garlic ((minced)); 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 2 1/2 teaspoons sea salt; 1 teaspoon five spice powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon ground bean sauce; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 3 tablespoons pineapple juice; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/8 teaspoon red food coloring ((optional)); 2 tablespoons maltose ((or honey, for brushing))

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:35min

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.

Updated at: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:31:00 GMT