Chinese-style pork spareribs

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds / 600 grams pork spareribs
• 2 chopped spring onions (optional (for garnish))
• 1 teaspoon 5-spice powder
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons sunflower oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well to combine.

2. 2

   Using a sharp knife, cut the ribs between the bones into individual pieces.

3. 3

   Place the ribs into a large baking dish in a single layer, pour over the marinade and turn the ribs so that they are evenly coated.

4. 4

   Cover the baking dish tightly with a layer of tin foil and bake the ribs in a preheated oven (170C / 340F) for 90 minutes. Turn the ribs after an hour so the top of the ribs doesn't dry out.

5. 5

   Optionally garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot either as an appetiser or as a main with Chinese salt and pepper chips or egg-fried rice, and steamed vegetables.