Vintage representational image of Chinese Sweet and Sour spareribs From China Reconstructs, People's Republic of China, 1966. Recipes for Spareribs SPARERIBS are a perennial Chinese favourite. Here is a basic recipe for deep-fried spareribs which can be served in two different styles, either with sweet-and-sour sauce. or with a salt-and-pepper dip. Deep-fried Spareribs 3 lb. spareribs 1 teaspoon soya sauce 1/2 tablespoon rice wine (or sherry) 1/2 teaspoon salt 5 tablespoons c