Grilled Ribs with Dried Cowpea and Taro
1.
Wash the ribs and cut into sections, marinate with salt and cooking wine for about 30 minutes.
2.
Soak dried cowpeas in warm water two hours in advance to soften.
3.
The taro is peeled and cut with a hob.
4.
Cut ginger and garlic into small pieces.
5.
Put the bean paste, ginger and garlic in a hot pot and stir-fry to get the red oil.
6.
Add dried chili, green pepper, cumin, bay leaves, and stir fry aniseed for a fragrance.
7.
Stir fry the lower ribs until they are colored.
8.
Add two spoons of sugar and stir fry evenly.
9.
Add a little bit of marinade and stir fry evenly.
10.
Transfer the ribs and soup to a casserole, add boiling water to submerge the ribs, bring to a boil on high heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes.
11.
Simmer the taro for about 20 minutes.
12.
Add the dried cowpeas and simmer for about ten minutes. Turn off the heat and add salt and chicken essence to taste.