Singapore Coffee Pork Ribs

Tender pork ribs soaked in salted water, marinated with fresh espresso, brandy, and light soy sauce, then fried golden and tossed in a rich butter-coffee reduction glaze.

Ingredients

• 500 g pork ribs
• 1 egg
• 2 shots espresso coffee liquid
• 150 ml water
• 1 small piece butter
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• to taste salt
• to taste light soy sauce
• to taste brandy
• to taste sugar
• to taste white sesame seeds
• optional parsley

Instructions

1. 1Soak the pork ribs

   

   Place the pork ribs in a bowl of clean water, add an appropriate amount of salt, and soak them for half an hour to draw out blood and impurities.

   Tip: Soaking in salted water helps effectively remove unwanted odors and blood from the meat.
2. 2Extract Fresh Coffee

   

   Use an espresso machine to extract two shots of coffee into a glass, or prepare instant coffee to serve as the signature flavoring component for your marinade and sauce.

   Tip: Freshly extracted espresso adds a deeper and more authentic aroma to the marinade.
3. 3Rinse the ribs

   

   After soaking, pour out the dirty water and rinse the pork ribs thoroughly under clean running water to wash away remaining impurities.

   Tip: Ensure all traces of blood water are rinsed off for a clean taste.
4. 4Dry the pork ribs

   

   Transfer the rinsed pork ribs onto a wooden cutting board and use clean paper towels to pat and dry off any excess surface moisture.

   Tip: Drying the ribs helps the marinade adhere better to the meat surface.
5. 5Marinate the Ribs

   

   Crack an egg into the bowl with the prepared pork ribs, then add appropriate amounts of salt, light soy sauce, brandy, and the coffee liquid. Mix thoroughly and let it marinate for 20 minutes.

   Tip: The combination of brandy and coffee creates a unique, complex aroma profile for the ribs.
6. 6Prepare the sauce mixture

   

   Pour 150 milliliters of water into the prepared coffee liquid along with other sauce components and set aside for later use.

   Tip: Measure the water accurately to ensure the right consistency for the sauce reduction.
7. 7Melt the Butter

   

   Place a small piece of butter into a heated pan and allow it to melt completely over the heat.

   Tip: Ensure the pan is heated before adding the butter so it melts quickly without burning.
8. 8Boil the Coffee Glaze

   

   Pour the coffee liquid into a pan with melted butter, add sugar to your preferred sweetness, and boil over high heat until heavy bubbles form before setting it aside.

   Tip: Add more sugar if you prefer less bitterness in the coffee sauce.

Storage & Reheating

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