Pineapple Pork Ribs

Method7 steps · about 2 hr 15 min

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   Step 1: In a pot over medium heat, heat oil (2 tablespoons). Add potatoes (1) and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove from pot and drain on paper towels.

   Uses 2 tablespoons canola oil · 1 large potato, peeled and cut into chunks

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   Step 2: Add onions (1), garlic (2 cloves), and ginger (1) and cook until softened.

   Uses Oil remaining after frying potatoes · 1 onion, peeled and chopped · 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced · 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and chopped

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   Step 3: Add baby back ribs (2 pounds) and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned.

   Uses Softened onion, garlic and ginger · 2 pounds baby back ribs, cut into serving portions

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   Step 4: Add pineapple juice (1 cup), soy sauce (1/4 cup), pineapple tidbits (1 cup), and water. Bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top.

   Uses Lightly browned ribs and aromatics · 1 cup pineapple juice · 1/4 cup soy sauce · 1 cup pineapple tidbits · Initial 2 cups water

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   Step 5: Lower the heat, cover and simmer for about 1 1/2–2 hours, until the ribs are fork-tender. Add more water in 1/2-cup increments as needed to prevent the braise from drying out.

   Braise ribs until fork-tender · 120 minUses Ribs in pineapple-soy braising liquid · Additional water as needed, in 1/2-cup increments

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   Step 6: When the ribs are tender, return the lightly browned potatoes and add the raisins (2 tablespoons). Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender.

   Uses Tender braised ribs and sauce · Lightly browned potato chunks · 2 tablespoons raisins

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   Step 7: Season with salt and pepper (to taste) to taste. Serve hot.

   Uses Ribs with tender potatoes and raisins · salt and pepper to taste