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How to Cook Spareribs With Catsup

Spareribs with catsup is a savory dish featuring tender ribs marinated in a flavorful catsup sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.
Prep Time1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour 50 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: spareribs with catsup
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 295kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 1 kilo pork or beef spareribs

Catsup Sauce:

  • 1 cup banana catsup
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 Tbsp butter or margarine melted
  • 2 minced hot chili pepper siling labuyo
  • 1 small piece bay leaf
  • 1 tsp. pepper ground
  • 2 onions finely chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp MSG
  • 2 Tbsp white sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup 7-Up or Sprite softdrinks

Instructions

How to cook spareribs:

  • Rub spareribs with a little salt. Set side.
  • After 15 minutes pour 1 bottle 7 Up or Sprite over spareribs.
  • Immediately add the catsup sauce and marinate spareribs in for 1 hour or more (or overnight). Heat a little oil in pan. Scrape sauce from spareribs.
  • Fry meat. Brown a little, then pour the sauce and water; simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

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Notes

Cooking Tips of Spareribs with Catsup Recipe:

1. Marinate for Maximum Flavor
Marinating the spareribs in the catsup sauce for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, allows the flavors to fully penetrate the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish. For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding a few extra chili peppers to the marinade.
2. Tenderize with 7-Up
Using 7-Up or Sprite in the marinade helps to tenderize the spareribs, making them more juicy and succulent. The acidity of the soft drink also helps to break down the meat, resulting in a more tender texture.
3. Simmer for Perfect Texture
Simmering the spareribs in the sauce for 45 minutes allows the meat to absorb the flavors of the catsup sauce, while also ensuring that it is cooked through and tender. Be sure to adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer throughout the cooking process.