Cut the ribs between the bones into single pieces. Heat the sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and sherry to a boil. Pour over the ribs and marinate for at least one hour. Heat the oil in a large wok. Add the ribs and fry for 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Turn off heat and allow to continue cooking an additional 4 minutes. Remove, drain, and serve. The sweet sauce, or honey, is a special touch. The ribs, if prepared perfectly, will be crisp on the outside, sweet and tender on the inside.