INGREDIENTS
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3 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
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4 scallions, white and pale green parts only, plus additional sliced scallion for garnish
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3/4 cup hoisin sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup, or 4 tablespoons tomato paste or Chinese red bean paste (nan ru)
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1/4 cup honey or light corn syrup, more to taste
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1/4 cup soy sauce, more to taste
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1/3 cup Chinese rice wine or vodka
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1/4 cup rice vinegar or cider vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
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2 racks baby back or St. Louis-style pork spareribs, 5 to 10 pounds total (see note)
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Cilantro leaves, for garnish