Main Ingredients:
Ribs: 6-8 pieces.
Additional Ingredients:
Sauce: 1 1.5 tablespoons; Large white onion: 0.5; Garlic cloves: 3-4.
Seasonings:
Light soy sauce: 2 tablespoons; Dark soy sauce: 1/4 tablespoon; Ground pepper: 1/4 teaspoon; Brandy: 1 tablespoon; Sugar: 1/4 teaspoon; Ground Sichuan peppercorn: 1/4 teaspoon.
Taste: Sour and salty; Cooking method: Baking; Time: Several hours; Difficulty: Advanced.
Detailed Steps for Cooking Chinese-style Baked Ribs in Foil
1. Marinating the ribs: 1. In a large bowl, combine the ribs with 1 tablespoon of sauce, 2 teaspoons of light soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon of dark soy sauce (for color), 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of ground Sichuan peppercorn, 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of brandy, sliced or chopped garlic cloves. Mix well until the ribs are coated, then transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for 1-2 days.
2. Coating the ribs with cornstarch and frying until golden brown.
3. Frying the ribs until golden brown, then set aside.
4. Cutting the onion into small pieces or strips.
5. Mixing 1.5 tablespoons of sauce, 1 teaspoon of brandy, 2 teaspoons of light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/8-1/6 teaspoon of ground pepper in a bowl.
6. In a large bowl, mix the fried ribs, chopped onion, and sauce mixture until well combined.
7. Place the onion at the bottom of a baking dish, then arrange the ribs on top.
8. Cover the dish with foil.
9. Bake in a preheated oven at 400F for 15 minutes. Remove the ribs and discard the onions, which are mainly for flavor and not meant to be eaten.
