Traditional Beijing Lamb Tripe

Traditional Beijing Lamb Tripe

This succulent **Braised Lamb Ribs** recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone tenderness with rich, aromatic flavors. Tender lamb ribs are first blanched with ginger, scallions, and spices to remove impurities, then slow-braised to perfection. The magic begins with a fragrant stir-fry of golden onions and fresh cilantro, infusing the dish with depth. A homemade spice blend—featuring peppercorns, fennel, nutmeg, bay leaves, and cloves—lends warmth, while brown sugar balances the savory notes with a hint of sweetness. Chili peppers add a subtle kick, and a mix of soy sauces creates a glossy, caramelized glaze. Simmered low and slow for over an hour, the ribs absorb every layer of flavor, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth meat with a rich, spiced broth. Perfect for cozy dinners, this dish is a celebration of bold, comforting tastes.

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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lamb ribs
500g

The aromatics

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onions
1 medium (约150g)
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cilantro
20g
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ginger
20g
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scallions
2 stalks (约30g)

The sauce & seasonings

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peppercorns
1 teaspoon
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bay leaves
2 leaves
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small fennel
1 teaspoon
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nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
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cloves
2 pieces
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small chili peppers
2 pieces
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brown sugar
1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Take out the chopped lamb ribs, wash them clean, and soak them in clear water for 1 hour to remove blood.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Add sufficient clear water to the pot, add 1 teaspoon of peppercorns and 2 bay leaves, and 2 slices of ginger and scallions each.

3. Step 3

Step 3
After the water boils, add the lamb ribs, and add 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, then bring to a boil over high heat.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Skim off the foam, remove the lamb ribs, and then turn off the heat, discarding the blanching broth.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Slice the onions, add an appropriate amount of base oil to the pot, and stir-fry the onion slices and cilantro over low heat until the onions turn golden brown and the cilantro becomes soft, then remove them.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add the lamb ribs and stir-fry to render the fat.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Mix the spices for the spice bag (1 teaspoon of peppercorns + 1 teaspoon of small fennel + 1 nutmeg + 2 bay leaves + 2 cloves), put them into a spice bag, and add to the pot.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Add small chili peppers and slices of ginger and scallions.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Add cooking wine to remove the fishy smell.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add light soy sauce and dark soy sauce, and stir-fry to color.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Add brown sugar, then add hot water to cover the meat, and bring to a boil over high heat before reducing to low heat, cover the pot, and braise for 1 hour.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Season with salt, continue to cover, and braise for another 30-40 minutes, until the meat is tender and can be taken out of the pot.

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