Spicy Braised Pork Ribs
Addictive Spicy Pork Rib Stew You Can’t Stop Eating!
Generously packed with green onions, this magical spicy pork rib stew tingles your taste buds with its heat, yet you’ll find yourself reaching for more! A truly irresistible dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Sourced from ‘Sesangui Modeun Lesipi’, ‘Man-gae Lesipi’.
Key Ingredients
- 1kg pork ribs
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1/2 paper cup (100ml) soju or cheongju (rice wine)
- 1/2 onion
- 2 cheongyang peppers (spicy Korean chili peppers)
Spicy Seasoning Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 paper cup (100ml) mirin or cooking wine
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Optional Ingredient (for reducing gamey odor)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 paper cup (100ml) mirin or cooking wine
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Optional Ingredient (for reducing gamey odor)
- 1 bay leaf
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Soak the pork ribs in cold water for about 1 hour to remove any blood. This step is crucial for a clean flavor. Roughly chop the green onions into 3-4 cm pieces. Thinly slice the onion and diagonally slice the cheongyang peppers.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine all the spicy seasoning ingredients: gochujang, gochugaru, mirin, soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and minced garlic. Mix well until there are no lumps to create a delicious sauce. Preparing the sauce in advance allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 3
Place the pork ribs in a heavy-bottomed pot. Add enough cold water to cover the ribs. Pour in 1/2 paper cup of soju or cheongju and add the bay leaf. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat and simmer for about 5-10 minutes. This initial boil helps to tenderize the meat and remove any impurities.
Step 4
Discard the boiling water and rinse the pork ribs thoroughly under cold running water. This second rinse removes any remaining scum or unpleasant odors, ensuring a cleaner and more tender result.
Step 5
Return the rinsed ribs to the pot. Add fresh water, just enough to cover about half of the ribs. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes. Start with high heat, then reduce to medium heat as needed.
Step 6
Once the ribs are becoming tender, add all of the prepared spicy seasoning sauce. Stir well to coat the ribs evenly. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and is coating the ribs beautifully. This should take about 15-20 minutes.
Step 7
When the ribs are well-coated with the sauce and the liquid has reduced to a glossy glaze, add the chopped green onions, sliced onion, and sliced cheongyang peppers. Stir everything together and let it simmer for a few more minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded. Serve hot for the best taste experience!
