Bak Kut Teh (Pork-Rib Soup)

INGREDIENTS

• 8 cups water
• 2 tablespoons ground white pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 whole star anise
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 20 garlic cloves
• 6 teaspoons dark soy sauce
• 2 pounds pork ribs, rinsed and drained, cut into 4 pieces
• Cooked rice, for serving

Yield: 2 to 4 servings; Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes; Total Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes.

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot, add all the ingredients, except the pork ribs, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the pork ribs to the broth and bring back to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer on low for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the pork is tender.
3. Turn off the heat and cover for 10 minutes. Serve hot with rice.