Steamed Ribs with Silken Tofu

Steps

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1. 1
   Clean the ribs. Add the 280g pork ribs to 2-3 tbsp of plain flour and some water, mix together, and use your fingers to feel the edges of bones and push out any small fragments. Clean for 3-5 minutes until the water runs clear.
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2. 2
   Marinate the ribs. After rinsing and drying, add white pepper, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tbsp fermented bean paste, and 2 cloves of chopped garlic. Mix well.
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3. 3
   Add cornflour and sesame oil. Mix in 2 tbsp cornflour to tenderize the ribs, then add 1 tbsp sesame oil. Mix well with your hands and marinate for 20 minutes.
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4. 4
   Arrange for steaming. After 20 minutes, place the ribs in the center of a steaming plate, spread them out without stacking. Pour any remaining marinade over the ribs.
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5. 5
   Position the tofu. Arrange 300g of silken tofu around the ribs.
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6. 6
   Steam the ribs. Ensure the water is boiling over medium-high heat, place the steaming plate in, cover, and steam for 15 minutes.
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7. 7
   Make the garlic oil. Start this 3-4 minutes before the ribs finish. Heat 2 tbsp of cooking oil in a small pan over medium heat, add 2 cloves of chopped garlic, and stir until it turns a light brown colour without burning.
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8. 8
   Finish and serve. When the steaming is done, turn off the heat and remove the lid. Scatter chopped spring onions over the dish and pour the hot garlic oil over the ribs and tofu. Serve immediately.
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