Fall-Off-The-Bone Tender with a Sweet-Savory Glaze! : Filipino Pork Ribs with unique glaze recipe.
Experience a Filipino-Chinese fusion favorite reimagined! These succulent pork ribs with unique glaze recipe are braised until melt-in-your-mouth tender in a complex blend of soy sauce, Sprite, star anise, garlic, and spices, then glazed with a sticky-sweet sauce of banana ketchup and oyster sauce. Inspired by Pata Tim (braised pork hock) but easier to make, this dish delivers deep umami richness with a uniquely Pinoy twist.
🌟 Why This Recipe Stands Out:
✅ Sprite Magic: The soda tenderizes the ribs and adds caramelized sweetness.
✅ Filipino Flavor Bomb: Banana ketchup glaze pays homage to local pantry staples.
✅ Aromatic Depth: Star anise + bay leaves + ginger create a fragrant backbone.
✅ Restaurant-Worthy Shine: Glazed ribs glisten with sesame seeds & spring onions.
Perfect With: Steamed rice to soak up the rich, glossy sauce!
📝 Key Ingredients Spotlight:
| Component | Star Players | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Braising Liquid | Soy sauce + Sprite + garlic + bay leaves + peppercorns | Tenderizes, infuses sweet-savory depth |
| Aromatics | Ginger + onion + star anise | Adds warmth & complexity |
| Signature Glaze | Banana ketchup + oyster sauce | Creates sticky-sweet, glossy finish |
| Garnish | Sesame seeds + spring onions | Adds crunch & visual pop |
🎯 Why You’ll Love This Twist:
“It’s like Pata Tim’s flavorful cousin – all the richness of slow-braised pork, but with ribs for quicker cooking and finger-licking fun!”
Pro Tip: Reduce the braising liquid into a thick glaze for extra sauciness!
Ready to wow your family? This crowd-pleaser turns humble ribs into a fiesta of sweet, savory, and aromatic Filipino goodness. 🇵🇭🍖 Watch the full video here for visual guidance. 😊
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Filipino Pork Ribs with Unique Glaze Recipe (Pata Tim-Inspired)
Description
Experience a Filipino-Chinese fusion favorite reimagined! These succulent pork ribs with unique glaze recipe are braised until melt-in-your-mouth tender in a complex blend of soy sauce, Sprite, star anise, garlic, and spices, then glazed with a sticky-sweet sauce of banana ketchup and oyster sauce. Inspired by Pata Tim (braised pork hock) but easier to make, this dish delivers deep umami richness with a uniquely Pinoy twist.
Ingredients
Main
Aromatics
For Glaze & Garnish
Instructions
Marinate (1 hr – overnight):
In a large bowl, combine ribs, 200ml Sprite, half the soy sauce, half the garlic/onion, and peppercorns.
Mix until ribs are fully coated.
Cover and marinate 1 hour at room temp or overnight in fridge (best for flavor).
Fry the Ribs:
Drain ribs, reserving the marinade liquid.
- Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a pan over high heat.
- Fry ribs in batches until golden brown (2-3 mins per side). Set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
In another pan, heat 1 tbsp. oil.
- Sauté ginger for 30 seconds.
Add remaining garlic & onion. Sauté until soft (2 mins).
Braise:
- Add fried ribs and sauté for a while.
- Add the reserved marinade liquid, remaining soy sauce, 300ml Sprite, star anise, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil then stir, reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 1 hour until tender.Check halfway: Add water if liquid is low or ribs are tough.
Finish & Serve:
- Uncover, stir in oyster sauce and ketchup.
- Simmer uncovered 5 minutes until glossy.
- Turn off heat. Mix in sesame seeds and sliced spring onion.
- Transfer to a serving dish. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1476kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 82.6g128%
- Saturated Fat 27.7g139%
- Cholesterol 101mg34%
- Sodium 6009mg251%
- Potassium 2157mg62%
- Total Carbohydrate 146.3g49%
- Dietary Fiber 39.7g159%
- Sugars 17.1g
- Protein 74.4g149%
- Calcium 1418 mg
- Iron 66 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
