2 c. water
1 1/2 lb. spareribs, cut in 1 inch lengths
1/4 c. soy sauce
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
2 tbsp. sherry

SAUCE:

3 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tbsp. vinegar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. water

In a heavy pan, heat water, ribs, soy sauce, and salt; when mixture boils, turn down heat and simmer for 1 hour. Add sugar and sherry. Turn heat high and continue to cook until the liquid is all evaporated. Blend sauce ingredients, pour slowly over ribs. Cook for about 2 minutes. Place ribs on a flat dish and top with sauce. Makes 3 or 4 servings.