In this sultry weather, having a liquid dish to change up the daily menu is just perfect. So why not try out these 2 unique ways to make pork ribs cooked with white beans today? You definitely won’t be disappointed. Let’s get cooking with TasteVN right now!
1. Pork ribs cooked with white beans
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Pork ribs cooked with white beans Serves 3
Pork ribs 500 gr White beans 100 gr Potatoes 100 gr Carrots 100 gr Tomatoes 1 piece Celery 20 gr Minced shallots 2 teaspoons Minced garlic 3 teaspoons Onion 1/2 bulb Fresh coconut water 1 liter Ketchup 2 tablespoons Fish sauce 3 teaspoons Annatto oil 1 teaspoon Tapioca starch 4 teaspoons Cooking oil 3 tablespoons Common spices a little (Seasoning/ Sugar/ Ground pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose good white beans that are plump and not shriveled
- You should choose beans with a smooth, shiny skin, a glossy color, with a distinct dark spot in the middle that is not faded, the beans should be uniform, not rough or have any tiny blemishes.
- Additionally, when pressed, the beans should still be firm, not hollow inside or easily crumbling, indicating they are fresh.
- Moreover, there should be no musty smell or any strange odors when you sniff them.
How to choose fresh potatoes
- You should choose potatoes that are yellow and not rotten, bruised or leaking any liquid outside; conversely, if you see white potatoes, they lack nutrients and their sweetness has significantly decreased.
- When you pick them up, they should feel firm, not too light, with smooth skin that is not infested or has any tiny spots on the surface.
- Avoid choosing potatoes that have sprouted or have green skin as they can be very toxic and harmful to health.
- Additionally, avoid choosing potatoes with wrinkled skin; if they feel soft and mushy when pressed, they have been stored too long and are no longer edible.
See details: How to choose fresh potatoes correctly
How to prepare Pork Ribs with White Beans
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Prepare and marinate the ribs
Buy fresh ribs, wash them clean, and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Then, place a pot on the stove with 500ml of water over high heat. When the water boils, add the pork ribs and blanch for 5 – 7 minutes, then remove and place in a bowl to drain.
Next, marinate the ribs with 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, 2 teaspoons of minced shallots, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 2 teaspoons of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of annatto oil.
You mix the ribs with the spices well together and let them marinate for 15 – 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Prepping other ingredients
White beans should be rinsed briefly and soaked in water for 20 – 30 minutes, then drained. Carrots and potatoes should be peeled, washed, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Onions should be peeled and divided into 2 parts; chop one part finely and cut the other part into wedges.
Celery and tomatoes should be washed; chop the celery and finely chop the tomatoes.
Tip:
- Potatoes are very soft, so avoid cutting them too small to prevent them from breaking apart while cooking. Also, potatoes easily turn brown, so after prepping them, soak them immediately in clean water.
- If you have time, soaking the white beans longer will help them cook faster and become softer.
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Sautéing carrots and potatoes
Place a pan on the stove with 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Then add the carrots and sauté for 3 – 5 minutes, then add the potatoes and sauté for another 5 minutes before turning off the heat.
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Fry and simmer ribs with beans and vegetables
Take another pot and place it on the stove with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add chopped onion and sauté until golden.
Next, add the marinated ribs and 2 tablespoons of ketchup, stir-fry for 5 – 7 minutes until the ribs are browned.
Then, add 1 liter of fresh coconut water and the white beans to simmer with the ribs over medium heat for 25 – 30 minutes.
Once the beans are soft, add minced tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, celery, and the remaining chopped onion to the pot to simmer together.
At this point, season the rib pot with 1 teaspoon of seasoning, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, and 4 teaspoons of cornstarch mixed with water (mix at a ratio of 1:1) and stir well, cooking for another 3 – 5 minutes.
Finally, when the rib broth has thickened, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, then turn off the heat and serve in a bowl.
Tip:
- You can adjust the amount of coconut water with plain water as desired; however, using all coconut water will result in a sweeter and tastier dish.
- To avoid lumps or overly thick mixtures when adding cornstarch, add it gradually while stirring well.
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Final Product
It is no exaggeration to say that this rib dish will have your whole family going crazy. It won’t take too much time to create this excellent dish, so you can rest assured.
The pork ribs cooked with white beans are really flavorful, with tender and sweet ribs, along with other vegetables like potatoes and carrots that significantly reduce the heaviness of the dish.
With such a smooth sauce and a fresh loaf of bread, what more could you ask for? Let’s enjoy the final product together.
2. Pork ribs cooked with white beans – white kidney beans
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
1 hour 30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Pork Ribs Cooked with White Beans – White Kidney Beans Serves 3
Pork ribs 500 gr White kidney beans 50 gr Chicken broth 500 ml (or plain water) Tomatoes 2 pieces Carrot 1/2 piece Onion 1 piece Cilantro a little Ketchup 2 tablespoons Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Common spices a little (Seasoning/ Salt/ Sugar/ Ground pepper)
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious White Kidney Beans
- White kidney beans are larger and longer compared to regular white beans. They have a shape resembling a kidney, with a small white spot in the middle of the belly, unlike regular white beans which have small round seeds and black spots on the belly.
- Fresh white kidney beans should have a uniformly bright white color, without any blotches or unusual colors appearing on the surface.
- The beans should be of uniform size, with no significant differences, and should feel firm when pressed, not too soft.
- Additionally, be sure to check if the beans are rotten or moldy.
How to prepare Pork ribs cooked with white beans – white kidney beans
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Prepare and marinate the ribs
Buy fresh ribs, wash them clean, let them drain, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. After that, place the ribs into a bowl and marinate with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper, mix well to absorb the spices for 15 minutes.
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Prepare other ingredients
Wash the tomatoes, peel and chop them finely. As for the onion and carrot, peel them and then dice them.
Tip: To peel the tomatoes faster, you can use a knife to make 4 shallow diagonal cuts on the skin, then blanch them for 5 – 7 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly soft. At this point, take them out and place them in a bowl of cold water, then peel off the skin.
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Make tomato sauce
Using the same pan that you previously fried the ribs, add diced carrots, diced onions, and minced tomatoes, then add 2 tablespoons of ketchup and stir-fry on low heat for 10 minutes before turning off the heat and serving in a bowl.
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Stew ribs with white beans and tomato sauce
Place a pot on the stove and add the entire portion of the sautéed tomato sauce, the fried ribs, 50g of white kidney beans, and 500ml of chicken broth (or water).
Bring to a boil over high heat until the ribs are slightly simmering, then add 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, stir well, and lower the heat to the lowest setting to simmer for 1 hour.
When the ribs and beans are tender, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, then turn off the heat and it’s ready to serve.
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Finished Product
When the dish is completed, it is truly indescribable because it is so delicious, isn’t it? Surely, even the most picky person would be moved by it.
The dish of pork ribs cooked with white beans – white kidney beans has tender and sweet ribs, a thick and tangy sauce rich in flavor along with the creamy, nutty taste of white kidney beans that is truly unforgettable.
The dish will be even more perfect when served hot and garnished with a little coriander to enhance the flavor. Let’s try it right away.
How to choose fresh and delicious pork ribs
- Fresh and delicious pork ribs have a pink color and do not turn to any other unusual colors. At the same time, choose ribs with flat and small bones so that there will be more meat.
- When pressed, the meat feels elastic, not mushy or soft.
- Avoid choosing ribs that are too bright pink as they may have been soaked in chemicals for longer preservation.
How to choose fresh and delicious carrots
- Delicious carrots are those that are of moderate size, not too large, elongated shape, and feel firm when held.
- Choose carrots that have a deep orange color and bright hue, with a smooth outer skin, no roughness, and fresh green tops that are still firmly attached to the body.
- Generally, larger carrots are older, have more fibers, and very little nutrients, making them not as tasty as smaller ones.
- Avoid choosing those with wilted or bruised tops, slimy bodies, and soft flesh, as well as those with many dark spots or tiny blemishes on the surface, as these are signs that the carrots have been stored for too long and may affect health.
See details: How to choose good carrots
How to choose fresh and delicious tomatoes
- Choose tomatoes that appear plump with a bright red skin, indicating they are juicy tomatoes.
- When touched, they should feel slightly soft but not mushy or overly bruised.
- Additionally, the stem should still be fresh and green, firmly attached to the body without being detached.
- Avoid choosing fruits with a very strong odor as they are tomatoes that have been stored for too long and are no longer usable.
See details: How to choose fresh tomatoes
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So the above article has provided you with 2 ways to make pork ribs cooked with white beans that seem complicated but are actually very simple. What are you waiting for? Try it right away to bring delicious meals to your beloved family. Wishing you success and warm moments while enjoying!
*Refer to the images and recipes from 2 YouTube channels: Cooky TV and TasteShare
