Sprite Pork Ribs with Oyster Sauce
Sprite pork ribs with oyster sauce is a succulent and flavorful dish where tender pork ribs are marinated in a delightful blend of soy sauce, calamansi juice, and oyster sauce, simmered to perfection with the sweetness of 7-Up, and then seasoned to create a harmonious fusion of sweet and savory flavors.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 340kcal
Ingredients
- 1 kilo pork ribs chopped to serving pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 6 pcs calamansi
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. oyster sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup Sprite or 7-Up
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 2 Tbsp patis
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pc medium size onion minced
- 4 Tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
How to Cook Sprite Pork Ribs with Oyster Sauce
- Put the pork ribs in a mixing bowl. Add black pepper, soy sauce, calamansi juice, oyster sauce and garlic.
- Mix the pork with the other ingredients until well combined. Marinate the pork ribs for half an hour.
- In an empty pan, heat 2 tablespoon cooking oil and sear the pork ribs until brown. When done, remove from pan and set aside.
- Heat another 2 tablespoon in the pan and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Remove the pork ribs from the marinade and put in the pan. Stir the pork ribs for half a minute.
- Add tomato paste and stir. Add the marinade, water and 7-Up and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender. Add more water if necessary.
- When the pork is tender, season with patis and black pepper.
Notes
Cooking Tips of Sprite Pork Ribs in Oyster Sauce:
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Take the time to marinate the pork ribs for at least half an hour before cooking. This allows the meat to absorb the rich flavors of the soy sauce, calamansi juice, and oyster sauce, resulting in more tender and flavorful ribs.
- Control the Simmer: When simmering the pork ribs in the 7-Up and marinade mixture, maintain a gentle, consistent simmer. Avoid high heat that could cause the liquid to evaporate too quickly, which may result in the ribs not becoming as tender as desired. You can always add a bit more water if needed to maintain the desired consistency.
- Season Thoughtfully: Season the dish with fish sauce (patis) and black pepper towards the end of the cooking process, and taste as you go. Be mindful of the saltiness of the fish sauce, so you can adjust the seasoning to your preference. This step adds the final layer of flavor to your Sprite Pork Ribs with Oyster Sauce, so take your time to ensure it's just right.