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Vietnamese Braised Pork Ribs (Sườn Non Kho) – Tender, Flavorful, No Grill Needed
This recipe shows you how to make restaurant-style tender, juicy pork ribs with a rich, savory sauce, all without grilling. The ribs are marinated with aromatic onion, garlic, and a blend of Asian sauces, then pressure-cooked and finished in a pan for a glossy, deeply flavored glaze. Perfect with rice, noodles, or bread.
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Critical Success Points
- • Wash and clean ribs thoroughly to remove odors.
- • Remove membrane from ribs for tenderness and flavor absorption.
- • Marinate ribs for at least 20 minutes (preferably 1 hour).
- • Do not overcook in pressure cooker; 10 minutes after pressure is enough.
- • Reduce sauce carefully to avoid burning; glaze ribs evenly.
Safety Warnings
- • Use caution when releasing pressure from the cooker; keep hands and face away from steam.
- • Handle hot pans and liquids carefully to avoid burns.
- • Wash hands and utensils after handling raw pork.
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