Steamed Ribs with Glutinous Rice

Steamed Ribs with Glutinous Rice

Indulge in this mouthwatering **Millet Steamed Ribs with Potatoes**, a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines tender ribs, aromatic millet, and hearty potatoes. The ribs are marinated with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and bean paste for a rich umami taste, then coated in soaked millet for a soft, sweet texture. Steamed to perfection in a pressure cooker, the meat becomes fall-off-the-bone tender while the millet absorbs all the savory juices. Sliced potatoes at the base add a subtle sweetness and balance, making the dish satisfying yet not greasy. Perfect for a comforting meal, this recipe brings together simple ingredients with a steaming technique that locks in incredible flavor. Try it for a deliciously unique twist on classic steamed ribs!

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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ribs
300g
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millet
150g

The aromatics

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potatoes
200g
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scallions
50g
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ginger
10g
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garlic
10g

The sauce & seasonings

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salt
to taste
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light soy sauce
2 tbsp
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dark soy sauce
1 tbsp
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cooking wine
1 tbsp
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vegetable oil
1 tbsp
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cornstarch
1 tbsp
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bean paste
1 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Rinse the millet and soak it in water for more than 3 hours; cut the ribs into 3 cm cubic pieces, wash and drain the water.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Chop the scallions, ginger, and garlic into small pieces, and mix them with the ribs in a large bowl.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Add salt, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, and vegetable oil, and mix well.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Then add cornstarch and bean paste.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Continue to mix by hand to make all the ingredients fully blended with the ribs.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Finally, add the soaked millet.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Mix well to coat each rib evenly with millet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Cut the potatoes into slices and wash off the starch on the surface to prevent oxidation and discoloration.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Place the potato slices at the bottom, and arrange the marinated ribs on top.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Place the ribs in a steamer basket in a pressure cooker with water, and steam over high heat for about 40 minutes until the meat falls off the bone.

11. Step 11

Step 11
The millet is soft, fragrant, and sweet, while the ribs are rich and flavorful. With the potatoes at the bottom, the dish is not greasy at all.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Finished product.

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