Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Cut the pork ribs into 2 to 3 pieces and place them in a large roasting tray.
Mix the braising ingredients together and pour them over the ribs.
Boil the liquid on the hob then cover with foil and bake for 2 hours while turning the ribs every 20 minutes.
Increase oven heat to 220°C and baste frequently until the sauce reduces significantly.
Steam the soaked rice on a damp cheesecloth for 15 minutes.
Fry shallots, garlic, and salt in oil until golden then add chillies and sugar to caramelise.
Stir in spring onions, drain through a sieve, and mix with crushed peanuts.
Cool the ribs slightly and serve with the steamed rice and shallot peanut mixture.