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Chinese Takeout-Style Bone-In Spare Ribs (Sticky, Sweet & Better Than Takeout!)

Chinese Takeout-Style Bone-In Spare Ribs (Sticky, Sweet & Better Than Takeout!)

These Chinese takeout-style bone-in spare ribs are sticky, sweet, savory, and fall-off-the-bone tender. Marinated in a bold hoisin-honey glaze, then roasted low and slow — this homemade version is way better than takeout!
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Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 555
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs pork spare ribs cut into individual pieces
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 3 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoon five-spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red food coloring optional, for that classic takeout look

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Ribs:
  2. In a bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, ketchup, honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, five-spice powder, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and red food coloring (if using).
  3. Add the ribs and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.