Qiaotou Pork Ribs

Qiaotou Pork Ribs is a classic Taiwanese street food known for its crispy exterior and juicy interior. The secret lies in proper marination and the double-frying technique.

Ingredients

Main

• Pork ribs 500g

Marinade

Others

• Starch (for coating)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade

Blend all marinade ingredients (salt, sugar, garlic, salt-baked powder, water) in a blender until smooth.

2. Marinate the Ribs

Pour the marinade over the ribs and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours) for best results.

3. Coat with Starch

Before frying, add starch to the marinated ribs. Toss until each piece is lightly coated - don't overdo it.

4. First Fry

• Heat oil to 170°C (340°F)
• Fry ribs for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through
• Remove and drain

5. Double Fry (Key Step)

• Increase oil temperature to 190°C (375°F)
• Return ribs to oil and fry for 1 minute
• Remove immediately and drain

Tips

• Marination time: Longer is better - overnight marination ensures deep flavor penetration
• Temperature control: First fry cooks the meat; second fry at higher temperature creates the crispy crust
• Starch choice: Sweet potato starch or cornstarch works best
• Done indicator: During the second fry, when bubbles decrease and sound becomes crispier, it's ready

Result

Golden crispy exterior with a satisfying crunch, tender and juicy meat inside, infused with aromatic garlic and savory salt-baked flavor.