Chinese Braised Ribs

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 14 lbs pork spareribs
• cut in 2-inch by 1-inch pieces
• 12 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 cup rice wine or 1 cup dry white wine
• 14 cup shaoxing wine or 14 cup dry sherry
• 18 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• to taste
• 14 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 2 garlic cloves
• minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons golden syrup or 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium flame until it shimmers.
2. Add ribs and brown on all sides, 3-5 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, cover and cook 45 minutes.
4. Check occasionally, and add a little water if it appears to be drying out (it shouldn't).
5. Remove the lid and skim off any excess fat.
6. Continue cooking until the sauce is reduced to a thick, sticky glaze, 10-15 minutes.
7. Watch carefully, stirring occasionally, to be sure it doesn't burn.