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Braised Pork Ribs with Yam and Black Fungus

Name: Braised Pork Ribs with Yam and Black Fungus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 500 grams Pork Ribs; 1 piece Chinese Yam; Adequate amount Black Fungus; Adequate amount Ginger; Adequate amount Green Onion; To taste White Vinegar; To taste Salt

This comforting pork rib soup combines tender ribs, creamy yam, and earthy black fungus in a light yet flavorful broth. Slow simmering allows the pork to develop a rich savory taste while the yam becomes soft and delicate. It's a nourishing home-style dish that's especially satisfying on cooler days.

Total: One hour

Braised Pork Ribs with Yam and Black Fungus finished dish

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Quick Recipe Summary

Cuisine: Chinese
Category: Soup Recipes
Method: Braising or simmering
Total Time: One hour
Difficulty: Moderate
Main Ingredient: Pork Ribs

Introduction

This Braised Pork Ribs with Yam and Black Fungus recipe is written for Chinese home cooking, with attention to timing, texture, and the small cues that make the method easier to follow. Read through the ingredient notes and cooking tips before you start so the steps feel familiar once the pan, steamer, or pot is hot.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Uses a steady cooking method that helps the ingredients absorb flavor gradually.
Breaks the method into manageable steps instead of assuming you already know the technique.
Good for learning how seasoning and simmering build flavor over time.
Shows a practical way to cook pork with clear preparation and cooking cues.
Gives the dish a clear umami-salty flavor profile without making the method feel complicated.

Ingredients

500 grams Pork Ribs
1 piece Chinese Yam
Adequate amount Black Fungus
Adequate amount Ginger
Adequate amount Green Onion
To taste White Vinegar
To taste Salt

Ingredient Notes

These notes explain the role of the main ingredients so the recipe is easier to adjust without losing its Chinese home-cooking character.

Pork Ribs

Pork brings savory depth and works well with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and vegetables.

Chinese Yam

This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.

Adequate amount Black Fungus

This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.

Adequate amount Ginger

Ginger adds clean aroma and helps balance meat, seafood, tofu, and fermented flavors.

Adequate amount Green Onion

Scallions add freshness and are useful both as an aromatic base and as a finishing flavor.

White Vinegar

This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1
Cut the pork ribs into sections and rinse thoroughly. Soak and clean the black fungus until softened.
Step 2
Peel the yam and cut it into large chunks. Keep the pieces submerged in lightly salted water to prevent discoloration.
Step 3
Cut the green onion into sections and slice the ginger. Set aside.
Step 4
Place the ribs in a pot of cold water with a few ginger slices. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes, then remove and rinse.
Step 5
Bring about 2.5 liters of fresh water to a boil. Add the blanched ribs, remaining ginger slices, green onion sections, and a splash of white vinegar. Return to a boil, then reduce to low heat.
Step 6
Simmer the ribs for about 30 minutes. Add the yam and black fungus, then continue simmering over low heat for another 20 minutes.
Step 7
Season with salt to taste, then remove from the heat and serve.

Cooking Tips

Wear gloves when peeling yam to avoid skin irritation from its sap. Keeping yam pieces in lightly salted water helps prevent oxidation and discoloration. A small splash of vinegar in the broth helps draw minerals from the bones and enhances the soup's flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve it with steamed rice when you want a simple Chinese home-cooked meal.
Pair it with a quick vegetable stir-fry or a simple pork, chicken, or tofu dish.
If noodles or rice are included, it can work as a full meal on its own.

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Ingredients

500 grams Pork Ribs
1 piece Chinese Yam
Adequate amount Black Fungus
Adequate amount Ginger
Adequate amount Green Onion
To taste White Vinegar
To taste Salt

Method

Cut the pork ribs into sections and rinse thoroughly. Soak and clean the black fungus until softened.
Peel the yam and cut it into large chunks. Keep the pieces submerged in lightly salted water to prevent discoloration.
Cut the green onion into sections and slice the ginger. Set aside.
Place the ribs in a pot of cold water with a few ginger slices. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes, then remove and rinse.
Bring about 2.5 liters of fresh water to a boil. Add the blanched ribs, remaining ginger slices, green onion sections, and a splash of white vinegar. Return to a boil, then reduce to low heat.
Simmer the ribs for about 30 minutes. Add the yam and black fungus, then continue simmering over low heat for another 20 minutes.
Season with salt to taste, then remove from the heat and serve.