Cantonese-style Sweet and Sour Ribs

Cantonese-style Sweet and Sour Ribs recipe videos

Cantonese-style Sweet and Sour Ribs (糖醋排骨) is a classic dish from Guangdong province, featuring pork ribs coated in a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce. The key ingredients typically include pork ribs, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and sometimes tomato or plum sauce for depth. It's a beloved staple in Cantonese cuisine, often served at family gatherings and festive occasions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderately high in fat and protein from the pork ribs, with a significant amount of carbohydrates from the sugar in the sauce. A typical serving (about 150g) provides roughly 300-400 calories, along with iron and B vitamins from the meat, though the sauce adds sodium and sugar.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Phosphorus	210 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	4.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	5.1 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Selenium	24 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Sweet and Sour Ribs reflects the Cantonese emphasis on balancing flavors—sweet, sour, and savory—in harmony. Nutritionally, the vinegar in the sauce may aid digestion, and the dish showcases how traditional Chinese cooking often combines taste with practical health considerations.