Combine the beans, garlic, soy, sugar, hoisin, oyster sauce and water. Place a large cast iron pot or heavy enameled casserole on high heat.

Add oil and swirl. Add the scallions and chilies. Swirl and add the ribs. Toss for 4 to 5 minutes. DO NOT SCORCH.

Give the seasoning a stir and add to the pot. Bring to a boil. Stir. Lower to a simmer. Cover.

Cook for 1 hour stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat.

Pour off sauce and degrease.

Transfer ribs and ‘cleaned sauce’ to a second pot and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes.

Sauce should reduce to a rich consistency.

Serve.