Mom's "Sweet 'n Sours" Pork Ribs

A family recipe for sweet and sour spare ribs that has been passed down. This favorite sauce combines soy, sugar, vinegar, mustard, garlic, and more.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 669 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cups water
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 pounds pork spareribs, cut into bite size pieces
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 0.5 cup vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Mix in garlic and continue cooking for 15 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Step 4

Mix sugar, flour, salt, pepper, and mustard in a bowl.

Step 5

Stir in water, soy sauce, and vinegar.

Step 6

Place ribs in a pot with enough water to cover.

Step 7

Bring to a boil, cook for 10 minutes, and drain.

Step 8

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown ribs on all sides.

Step 9

Mix in sauce mixture.