You can actually get pork spare ribs from any trusted butcher in various sizes and varieties. For a stuffed rib, however, you should look for quite thick rib pieces so that you can easily cut a pocket into the meat. If you don't feel confident doing this, just ask the butcher – this is often included in the service.
Recipe for Stuffed Pork Spare Ribs
Boiled potatoes or dumplings go perfectly with our stuffed rib. As for vegetables, red cabbage, Brussels sprouts, or cauliflower are highly recommended – but peas and beans are also perfectly suitable for this dish.
What else can I fill my spare ribs with?
Of course, you can also fill the spare rib with other things. Whether prunes, a bread filling, vegetables with nuts, or a savory mushroom mixture – there are no limits to your preferences here. However, it is important not to "overcook" the roast. A check with your finger after the cooking time will show whether the roast is done. Simply press on the roast – if it gives way too much, it is not yet done. If it is barely possible to press it, you can start carving it.
If, on the other hand, the roast becomes too brown and the meat is too dry, the filling is hardly a pleasure anymore. The juicier the roast, the better the filling.
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