Ingredients:
2 lbs pork ribs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 thumb-sized ginger, minced
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Salt and pepper to taste
Orange slices for garnish (optional)
PREPARATION:
1. Blanch the Ribs:
In a large pot, cover the ribs with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3 minutes, then drain the ribs and rinse them under cold water.
2. Brown the Ribs:
Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ribs and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add Aromatics:
Add the garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Pour the sauce over the ribs in the skillet and stir to coat.
5. Simmer:
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the ribs are tender and the sauce has thickened.
6. Season and Serve:
Season the ribs with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with orange slices if desired. Serve with rice or noodles.