Crock-Pot Asian-Style Country Ribs with Black Bean Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• •3 tablespoons black bean garlic sauce from a jar
• •¼ cup chicken stock
• •1 tablespoon cornstarch
• •2 teaspoons sesame oil
• •1 tablespoon garlic
• •1 tablespoon ginger root
• •1 tablespoon honey
• •½ teaspoon cracked pepper
• •3 pounds pork ribs
• •¼ cup soy sauce
• •¼ cup scallions

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Method

From oneperfectbite.blogspot.com — read the original

1. 1This crock-pot entre is really, really good. It takes 10 minutes to prepare, is made from ingredients that are readily available and is a bargain when you consider the number of servings it provides.
2. 2One caution - you'll have mush with Asian flavor if you cook this for more than 5 to 6 hours. The recipe is adapted from "Slow Cooker Recipes for All Occasions", a Rival Crock-Pot publication.
3. 3Served with rice and snow peas you have the makings of a minor feast that you'll repeat often. My family loves this dish. I think yours will, too.
4. 4This, by the way, is a wonderful recipe for novice cooks. If you have a willing teen, let them have a go at it. Asian-Style Country Ribs with Black Bean Garlic Sauce
5. 5Spray interior of slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
6. 6Place pork cubes in slow cooker.
7. 7Combine black bean garlic sauce, soy sauce, mirin, honey, ginger, garlic, pepper and cornstarch in a small bowl; stir to dissolve cornstarch.
8. 8Pour over ribs.
9. 9Cook, covered, on LOW setting for 5 to 6 hours until ribs are tender but still hold their shape.
10. 10Transfer ribs to a rimmed serving platter; tent with foil to keep warm. Strain liquid into a small pan. Bring liquid to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until mixture begins to thicken and is reduced by half. Stir in sesame oil.
11. 11Add sauce and 1/4 cup scallions to pork cubes.
12. 12Mix well.
13. 13Garnish with reserved 2 tablespoons scallions.