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Delicious nilagang pork ribs in a bowl with corn, bananas, and potatoes
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Nilagang Pork Ribs

Filipino nilagang pork ribs with corn, potatoes, and Thai bananas.
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Filipino, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Keyword: baby back ribs stew, filipino nilagang baboy, mainit na sabaw, pork ribs nilaga, pork soup, pork stew

Ingredients

  • 1/2 slab pork spare ribs, rinsed and cut between the bones
  • 2 pcs corn, cut into 4 pieces
  • 2 large potatoes, diced
  • 2 pcs Thai bananas or saba, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4-5 cubes pork bouillon (or more, to taste)
  • 5 cups water

Instructions

  • In a large pot, pour in the water and add the pork ribs. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the meat is partially cooked.
  • Remove the ribs from the pot and set them aside. Skim off and discard any scum or foam from the broth.
  • Add the corn to the pot and boil for around 15 minutes, just until it's halfway cooked.
  • Return the pork ribs to the pot. Add the diced potatoes, Thai bananas, and pork bouillon cubes. Simmer until all ingredients are fully cooked and tender.
  • Before turning off the heat, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more bouillon cubes, or season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  • Serve hot. Perfect as a hearty soup or paired with steamed rice. Enjoy!