#Braised Pork Ribs<br />Braised Pork Ribs with Quail Eggs – Rich & Flavorful<br /><br />Braised pork ribs with quail eggs is a classic dish featuring tender, well-seasoned ribs paired with rich, savory quail eggs. Served with hot steamed rice, it’s an irresistible comfort food!<br />Ingredients:<br /><br /> 500g pork spare ribs<br /> 15 quail eggs<br /> 2 tbsp fish sauce<br /> 1 tbsp sugar<br /> 1 tsp seasoning powder<br /> 1/2 tsp salt<br /> 1/2 tsp ground black pepper<br /> 1 tbsp cooking oil<br /> 1 tsp minced garlic<br /> 1 tsp minced shallots<br /> 1 tbsp caramelized sauce (for color)<br /> 200ml fresh coconut water (optional, enhances flavor)<br /><br />Instructions:<br /><br /> Prepare the Ingredients:<br /> Rinse the pork ribs and cut them into bite-sized pieces.<br /> Blanch the ribs in boiling water for a few minutes to remove impurities, then rinse with clean water.<br /> Boil quail eggs, peel the shells, and set aside.<br /><br /> Marinate the Ribs:<br /> Marinate the ribs with fish sauce, sugar, seasoning powder, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and minced shallots for 20 minutes.<br /><br /> Cook the Ribs:<br /> Heat oil in a pot, sauté garlic until fragrant.<br /> Add the marinated ribs and stir-fry until slightly browned.<br /> Pour in caramelized sauce for an appealing golden-brown color.<br /> Add fresh coconut water (or water) until the ribs are just submerged. Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.<br /><br /> Add Quail Eggs:<br /> Add the quail eggs to the pot, gently stir to coat them in the sauce.<br /> Continue braising on low heat for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.<br /><br /> Serve:<br /> Turn off the heat, sprinkle with ground black pepper for extra aroma.<br /> Serve hot with steamed rice and fresh cucumber slices.<br /><br />Tips:<br /><br />✔ Using fresh coconut water enhances the sweetness and aroma of the dish.<br />✔ Slow cooking allows the ribs to absorb more flavor.<br />✔ Add chili for a spicy kick if desired.
