Can I buy ribs already chopped?
Yes -- many Asian butchers sell pork ribs pre-chopped for steaming. Ask for 3-4cm pieces. If cutting your own, freeze the ribs briefly first for easier chopping.
Chinese · dinner
Spare Ribs with Black Bean Sauce: Cantonese Dim Sum Style
#chinese#cantonese#pork#ribs#steamed
40m
Total time
4
Servings
360
kcal
easy
Difficulty
May 18, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
4
Meat
- 700 g pork spare ribs
Pantry
- 30 g douchi (fermented black beans)
- 20 ml Shaoxing rice wine
- 15 g cornstarch
- 5 g sugar
- 10 ml sesame oil
Produce
- 3 cloves garlic
- 15 g ginger
- 2 stalks scallions
Sauce
- 25 ml light soy sauce
- 20 ml oyster sauce
Spice
- 1 piece dried red chili
THE METHOD.
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FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
Do I have to marinate overnight?
Overnight gives the best penetration, but 2 hours is enough for ribs this small. The cornstarch in the marinade acts quickly to tenderize the surface.
What can I serve this with?
Steamed white rice is the natural partner. In a dim sum context, these are typically served in the steaming basket directly on the table.
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