Mom's Steamed Spare Ribs

A dim sum classic that is one of my mom's signature dishes. Supremely juicy and flavorful. Perfect with rice or just on its own.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

(Optional) Massage ribs with corn starch, rinse with cold water, and pat dry. This will get rid of the "porky" aroma.

Step 2

Soak fermented and dried black beans (douchi) in room temperature water for 10 minutes to rehydrate.

Step 3

In a heat-proof high-walled plate (coupe), combine salt, sugar, corn starch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, baking soda, and garlic.

Step 4

Add rehydrated black beans to the marinade and combine with spare ribs, marinating for at least an hour (preferably overnight).

Step 5

Get a steamer ready on medium heat.

Step 6

Sprinkle finely chopped thai chillies around the spare ribs and drizzle with sesame oil.

Step 7

Steam for 25 minutes until the ribs are fully cooked.

Step 8

Garnish with scallions and enjoy with some rice!