Why You Will Love This Steamed Spare Ribs with Black Bean Recipe
There is a reason this dish has stood the test of time in Chinese cuisine. Simple ingredients come together in perfect harmony creating something far greater than the sum of its parts.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Main protein or vegetable | 300g |
| Cooking oil | 3 tablespoons |
| Green onions sliced | 3 stalks |
| Cornstarch | 1 tablespoon |
| Shaoxing wine | 1 tablespoon |
| Garlic cloves minced | 3-4 |
| Chicken broth | 1/2 cup |
| Fresh ginger minced | 1 inch piece |
| Light soy sauce | 2 tablespoons |
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the filling by combining all ingredients in a bowl. Mix vigorously in one direction until the mixture becomes cohesive and slightly tacky.
Step 2
If making wrappers from scratch combine flour and water and knead into a smooth dough. Rest covered for 30 minutes.
Step 3
Portion the filling onto wrappers. Moisten edges with water and seal firmly ensuring no air pockets remain.
Step 4
Cook according to the specific method steaming boiling or pan frying. Each method produces a different texture and result.
Step 5
Serve hot with traditional accompaniments soy sauce vinegar chili oil or ginger scallion oil.
Pro Cooking Tips
- Do not overcrowd your wok cook in batches if needed to maintain high heat.
- Prep all ingredients before you start cooking Chinese stir fries come together in seconds.
- Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine) is not the same as drinking wine do not substitute mirin or cooking sherry.
- High heat is essential for wok cooking do not be afraid to let your wok get smoking hot.
Serving Suggestions
This dish is best enjoyed family style with a bowl of steamed rice and another vegetable dish on the side. The Chinese way of eating is all about sharing.
