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Recipe for Braised Pork Ribs with Tofu

Braised Pork Ribs with Tofu (Sườn Non Kho Đậu Hũ) is a savoury and comforting Vietnamese dish that combines tender pork ribs, crispy fried tofu, and a rich, aromatic sauce infused with the natural sweetness of coconut juice. Perfectly seasoned and garnished with fresh herbs and a hint of spice, this hearty dish is best enjoyed with a hot bowl of steamed rice, making it a delightful choice for family meals.
Please refer to the video instructions at the end of the recipe if you’d like to see how to make Braised Pork Ribs with Tofu in action.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 medium nonstick skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 600 grams pork ribs
  • 400 grams fried tofu
  • 125 mL coconut juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly minced garlic
  • 35 grams green onion
  • 3 fresh Thai chilis
  • For seasoning: Salt, fish sauce, mushroom powder, MSG (or chicken bouillon powder), garlic powder, ground black pepper, sesame oil
  • Annatto oil (for natural food colouring) optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Ingredients:
    Separate the green onions into white and green parts. Finely chop both and keep them separate. Slice the Thai chilis into thin rounds and set them aside.
    In a mixing bowl, combine the pork ribs with:
    - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
    - 1 tablespoon mushroom powder
    - ½ teaspoon salt
    - 1 teaspoon MSG (or chicken bouillon powder)
    - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
    - Chopped white part of the green onions
    Mix thoroughly and marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Cook:
    Heat a medium nonstick skillet over high heat and add a bit of oil.
    Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, then reduce the heat slightly.
    Add the marinated pork ribs and stir occasionally, cooking until the ribs are just cooked through. For a vibrant colour, optionally add some annatto oil.
    Pour in the coconut juice and simmer gently, allowing the ribs to absorb the flavours. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
    Add the fried tofu to the skillet, stirring gently to combine it with the ribs and sauce.
    Continue simmering until the sauce reduces and thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Finish and Serve:
    Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped green part of the green onions and the sliced Thai chilis over the dish. Stir briefly to combine.
    Transfer the braised pork ribs and tofu to a serving plate.
    Serve hot with steamed rice for a comforting meal.

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