The steps for braised Huaishan ribs are as follows:

Step 1: Soak the ribs in water for a while, rinse several times to remove blood, and wash the yam.

Step 2: Peel and cut the yam into cubes.

Step 3: Fry the ribs once and rinse them thoroughly.

Step 4: Heat oil in a pot, add onion and ginger and sauté until fragrant.

Step 5: Add the ribs and stir-fry, add dark soy sauce and light soy sauce and continue stir-frying for a while.

Step 6: Pour in enough hot water, bring to a boil over high heat, add star anise and cinnamon, turn to medium heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 7: Add the Chinese yam and continue to simmer for 20 minutes, until the yam is soft and the soup is thick.