Black Bean Spareribs

1 1/2 lbs spareribs, cut into 1" pieces

2 tbsp salted black beans, rinsed and chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp minced ginger

2 tsp shoyu

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp sugar

1 chili pepper, chopped (discard seeds before chopping)

2 tbsp cornstarch

green onions for garnish

Poach spareribs for 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Combine spareribs with remaining ingredients (except for green onions) and place in a heat-proof bowl. Steam for 30 minutes. Garnish with green onions.