Is there anything more delicious in our land than juicy pork ribs, bathed in a special marinated sauce that enhances its flavor? Despite the complicated ingredients and culinary techniques, we will guide you through a simple and exquisite recipe.
Guatemala's rib pepián is a traditional dish that has conquered the palate of generations.
Known for its unique blend of flavors, this dish has its roots in the colonial period, merging indigenous and Spanish ingredients.
Rib Pepián
Ingredients
400 grams of Pork ribs
500 milliliters of Water
8 grams of Salt
1 Star anise
2 Bay leaves
1 Sprig of thyme
600 milliliters of Chicken broth
3 Garlic cloves
300 grams of Onion
600 grams of Tomato
110 grams of Miltomate
40 grams of Dried chili
35 grams of Chile guaque
200 grams of Bell pepper
100 grams of Tree tomato
35 grams of Sesame seeds
35 grams of Epazote
25 grams of Cinnamon
10 grams of Annatto
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, start by mixing water, salt, bay leaves, thyme, and star anise, and bring the mixture to a boil for 15 minutes.
Step 2 : Then, let the resulting brine cool and submerge the ribs in it, keeping them in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
Step 3 : In a griddle or skillet, brown the onion, bell pepper, tomato, tree tomato, and garlic.
Step 4 : Separately, in another skillet, brown the epazote, sesame seeds, cinnamon, chile guaque, and dried chili.
Step 5 : Once the vegetables are browned, place them in a pot with chicken broth and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 6 : Remove the vegetables from the pot with a slotted spoon and blend them with the previously browned ingredients; add annatto and a little broth.
Step 7 : In another pot, brown the previously submerged ribs, and once sealed, add half a cup of the prepared sauce.
Step 8 : Cook the ribs with the sauce for 15 minutes, keeping the pot covered for further cooking and flavor.
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