The Famous Chinese Ribs I Make in a Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 6 ½ pounds pork ribs
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cups water
• ¾ cup ketchup
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup Chinese vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Step 1

Whisk paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a large plastic bag. Toss the ribs into the bag, seal it up, and give it a good shake so the ribs get nicely coated with the seasoning. Once coated, take the ribs out and set the leftover dry rub aside.

Step 2

Heat some oil in a wok over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the ribs and cook them until they’re browned on all sides—this usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Step 3

Stir together water, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce right in your pressure cooker. Add the browned ribs to the sauce, lock the lid in place, and bring the cooker up to pressure. Once it reaches pressure, turn the heat down to medium.

Step 4

Let the ribs cook under pressure for about 15 minutes. When the time’s up, carefully release the pressure following your cooker’s instructions. Then, you’re ready to serve those tender, flavorful ribs!