Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 pounds pork ribs
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 cups pork broth
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon white pepper
  • 2 whole star anise
  • 10 garlic cloves (peeled)
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 10 dried shiitake mushrooms (soaked and halved)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 bunch green onions (cut in 2-3" pieces)
  • 6 ounces fried tofu (cubed)
  • 10 red Thai chilies (sliced)
  • 1/8 cup Kecap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce - for serving)

Instruction

  • First, remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Watch this video on how to remove the membrane. Then, using a cleaver or sharp knife, cut the ribs into individual ribs.
  • Boil the pork ribs in a large pot for 10-15 minute, then drain.
  • Add all ingredients except the green onions, tofu, Thai chilies and Kecap manis to the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 45 minutes.
  • Use the quick release to release the pressure and turn the Instant Pot to the saute setting.
  • Add the green onions and tofu cubes and simmer for 3 minutes. Turn the Instant Pot off and serve soup in bowls garnished with Thai chilies.
  • Serve with a side of Kecap manis and Thai chilies for dipping, and well as a side of rice.