1. Prepare the materials
2. Soak kelp for later use
3. Boil the ribs and remove them
4. Scrub the apple with salt, remove the core and cut into pieces
5. Put the pork ribs and ginger slices into the soup pot, add enough water, and boil to remove the foam
6. Add kelp, apples and candied dates, turn to low heat and cook for one and a half hours
7. Finally add salt to taste
