{"id":7389,"date":"2026-09-02T10:59:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T10:59:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=7389"},"modified":"2026-09-02T10:59:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T10:59:47","slug":"sweet-sour-ribs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/02\/sweet-sour-ribs\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet &#038; Sour Ribs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0Sweet &amp; Sour Ribs<\/h1>\n<p>Sweet &amp; Sour Ribs are tender, juicy, and packed with delicious flavor. The ribs are seasoned, browned, and slowly cooked until perfectly tender, then coated in a rich, glossy sweet and tangy sauce.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Ribs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2\u00bd to 3 pounds pork ribs<\/li>\n<li>1\u00bd teaspoons salt<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vegetable oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Sweet and Sour Sauce<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00bd cup ketchup<\/li>\n<li>\u2153 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup pineapple juice<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons honey<\/li>\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons cold water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Optional Garnishes<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Sesame seeds<\/li>\n<li>Sliced green onions<\/li>\n<li>Fresh cilantro<\/li>\n<li>Pineapple chunks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the Ribs<\/h3>\n<p>If necessary, remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.<\/p>\n<p>In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Rub the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.<\/p>\n<p>Let the ribs rest for about 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Brown the Ribs<\/h3>\n<p>Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.<\/p>\n<p>Add the ribs and brown them for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they develop a beautiful golden-brown color. You do not need to cook them completely at this stage.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In a bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.<\/p>\n<p>Stir everything together until well combined.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Bake the Ribs<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat your oven to 325\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<p>Place the browned ribs in a large baking dish or oven-safe pan.<\/p>\n<p>Pour about two-thirds of the sweet and sour sauce over the ribs, reserving the remaining sauce for later.<\/p>\n<p>Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil or an oven-safe lid.<\/p>\n<p>Bake for 1\u00bd to 2 hours, or until the ribs are very tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bones.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Thicken the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>Pour the remaining sauce into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat.<\/p>\n<p>In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the cold water until smooth.<\/p>\n<p>Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce while stirring continuously.<\/p>\n<p>Cook for about 2 to 4 minutes, until the sauce becomes thick, glossy, and slightly sticky.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Glaze the Ribs<\/h3>\n<p>Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully uncover them.<\/p>\n<p>Brush or spoon the thickened sweet and sour sauce generously over the ribs.<\/p>\n<p>For a caramelized finish, place the ribs under the broiler for 2 to 4 minutes. Watch them carefully to prevent the sauce from burning.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 7: Serve<\/h3>\n<p>Allow the ribs to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting.<\/p>\n<p>Slice the ribs between the bones and drizzle with extra sweet and sour sauce.<\/p>\n<p>Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, or pineapple chunks if desired.<\/p>\n<p>Serve hot with steamed rice, roasted potatoes, or your favorite side dish.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Sweet &amp; Sour Ribs Sweet &amp; Sour Ribs are tender, juicy, and packed with delicious flavor. 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