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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Pork ribs braised with quail eggs is a braised dish that is simple yet incredibly fragrant and flavorful, making it an excellent choice for family meals. Let’s cook with Tastetutorial.com to discover the recipe for this delicious dish easily at home!
Ingredients for Braised Pork Ribs with Quail Eggs Serves 2
Pork ribs 300 gr Quail eggs 10 eggs Minced shallots 2 bulbs Chili sauce 1 tablespoon Fish sauce 1 tablespoon Chopped herbs a little Chili 1 piece Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Common seasonings a little (salt/ monosodium glutamate/ pepper/ sugar/ seasoning powder)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh pork ribs
- You should choose fresh ribs, which are pink, have a firm texture, and do not smell spoiled.
- Good ribs usually have flat and small bones because they have less bone and more meat.
- Do not choose ribs that are discolored, lack elasticity, have an unpleasant smell, and are slimy.
How to choose fresh quail eggs
- You can use your hand to feel the surface of the eggshell; if the surface is rough and slightly coarse, it is fresh, while a smooth surface indicates the egg has been stored for a while.
- Quail eggs must have a nice, sturdy shell, no gray color, and no blemishes.
- When choosing, hold the egg close to your ear and shake it. If there is no sound, it means the egg is still fresh; if you hear a sound like liquid sloshing, it means the egg is old.
- Do not buy eggs that, when held to the light, show a large air cell, a red yolk, and veins, as these are old quail eggs.
How to make Braised Pork Ribs with Quail Eggs
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Prepare the ingredients
To clean the ribs and eliminate odors, soak the ribs in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water several times and let them drain.
Wash the quail eggs and place them in a basket to drain.
How to clean the ribs and eliminate odors
- To remove the smell from the pork ribs, blanch them in boiling water for about 3 minutes before cooking, then rinse the ribs with cold water before proceeding with the cooking. This will eliminate the odor and make the dish more delicious.
- Alternatively, you can also use vinegar or lemon, or alcohol to rub evenly on the ribs for about 5 minutes and then rinse it thoroughly.
- Using shallots and garlic to marinate the ribs is also a very effective way to eliminate odors while adding delicious flavors to the dish.
See details: How to eliminate the odor from pork ribs
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Marinate the ribs
After cleaning and draining the ribs, place them in a bowl along with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1 tablespoon of minced shallots, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and 1 tablespoon of chili sauce.
Mix well to combine the seasonings and coat the ribs evenly. Use plastic wrap to cover tightly and marinate the ribs for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the meat to absorb the flavors.
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Boiled Quail Eggs
Put the quail eggs in a pot, fill with water to cover the eggs, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and boil for about 5 – 7 minutes until the eggs are cooked.
After the eggs are boiled, turn off the heat, remove the eggs, and carefully peel off the shells, avoiding breaking the eggs.
Rinse them again briefly to remove any remaining shell fragments, leaving the eggs clean.
Easy Way to Peel Boiled Eggs
- Method 1: Add about 1 teaspoon of salt when boiling the eggs, and the shells will be very easy to peel off, leaving the eggs clean and beautiful.
- Method 2: Just add a few slices of lemon to the pot of water while boiling, and when the eggs are cooked, you will find it easier to peel the shells.
- Method 3: After boiling the eggs, add 1 teaspoon of vinegar to the pot and stir well for a few minutes; this will make peeling the boiled eggs very easy. You can also add vinegar while boiling, just remember to stir well.
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Braised Ribs with Eggs
You place a pot on the stove over high heat and heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add 2 tablespoons of sugar, reduce the heat, and cook until the sugar turns a golden brown color (caramel color), then add the marinated pork ribs, stir quickly to coat the meat evenly with the caramel and sear for about 5 minutes.
When the caramel has evenly coated the ribs and the meat is seared, add 1 cup of filtered water (about 200ml) to the pot, stir gently to dissolve the seasonings, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes until it boils, then add the peeled quail eggs to the pot.
Cover and reduce to medium heat, braise for another 10 minutes, then add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and 1 chopped chili. Cook for another 5 minutes until the braising liquid reduces and the meat and eggs are evenly colored, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before turning off the heat. Serve the dish, sprinkle some chopped cilantro on top, and enjoy!
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Finished Product
The dish of braised pork ribs with quail eggs is served in a very eye-catching way, appealing with the ribs and eggs evenly coated in glossy golden-brown, emitting a fragrant aroma. The ribs are braised until tender, deeply infused with rich spices, eaten together with the fragrant, fatty quail eggs, creating a wonderfully delicious combination.
This is a simple braised dish, easy to make with readily available ingredients and a straightforward cooking method, saving a lot of time. With just a few simple steps and a few minutes, you can prepare a delicious and appealing meal for your family!
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Above is a guide on how to make braised pork ribs with quail eggs that is rich, tender, sweet, extremely flavorful, delicious, and very appealing, incredibly simple and easy to make that anyone can do. Wishing you success with this recipe!
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