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Sticky Asian Pork Ribs

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner, Main Dish
  • Method: Baked, Broiled
  • Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-Inspired

Description

 

These Sticky Asian Pork Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, coated in a rich, sweet, and savory glaze. Marinated in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and hoisin, then slow-cooked and caramelized to perfection, these ribs are an irresistible dish for any occasion!


Ingredients

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For the Ribs:

  • 2 racks baby back pork ribs (about 34 lbs)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder (optional)

For the Marinade & Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For Garnish:

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Ribs:
    • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
    • Remove the silver membrane from the back of the ribs for maximum tenderness.
    • Season both sides of the ribs with salt, pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder.
  • Make the Marinade:
    • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  • Marinate the Ribs:
    • Place ribs in a large dish or zip-top bag and pour half the marinade over them.
    • Cover and let marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  • Bake the Ribs:
    • Wrap ribs in foil and place on a baking sheet.
    • Bake for 2 ½ – 3 hours until tender.
  • Make the Sticky Glaze:
    • While the ribs are baking, heat the remaining marinade in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened into a glaze.
  • Broil for a Crispy Finish:
    • Unwrap the ribs and brush generously with the sticky glaze.
    • Broil on high for 3-5 minutes until caramelized and slightly charred.
  • Serve & Garnish:
    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and cilantro.
    • Serve with steamed rice or a crunchy Asian slaw.

Notes

  • Want extra char? Grill the ribs for 5 minutes after baking.
  • Make it smokier? Add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
  • Prefer fall-apart ribs? Cook for 4 hours at 275°F (135°C)

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 1100mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg