Ingredients
1 kg meaty pork spareribs
1 head of garlic (cut across horizontally)
fresh coriander (for garnishing)
1 ltrs water (top up if necessary)
2 tbsp dark soya sauce
1 tsp sugar
salt to taste
Spice Mix:
1 cinnamon stick
5 cloves
2 tsp white peppercorns
2 whole star anise
1 tbsp goji berries
Or Herbal Mix:
2 sachets Teans Bak Kut Teh Herb & Spice Mix (1 packet)
Cooking Method
Step 1
Wash and drain the ribs, cutting the larger ones in half if possible.
Step 2
Place the ribs, herb packets (optional) and garlic in a large pot.
Step 3
Add water to cover the ribs and bring the contents to the boil.
Step 4
Skim off the impurities as the ribs start to boil.
Step 5
Add spice mix (optional) at this stage.
Step 6
Add the dark soya sauce and reduce the heat to allow the ribs to cook slowly until they are tender.
Step 7
This might take 1 - 1 1/2 hours but remember to top up with water if necessary.
Step 8
When the ribs are cooked, add salt and sugar and adjust seasoning according to taste.
Step 9
Place sprigs of coriander in the bottom of individual bowls and spoon ribs and soup over.
Step 10
Serve with cooked rice and a dip of sliced red chillies, dark soya sauce and a squeeze of fresh lime.
