Description
Succulent sticky asian pork ribs deliver a flavor explosion straight from classic Chinese street cuisine. Saucy caramelized meat melts with sweet-tangy glaze, promising a memorable meal that brings restaurant-quality dining directly to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 23 pounds (10.4 kilograms) baby back pork ribs
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Optional Spice:
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 300F (150C) to ensure optimal cooking environment for the pork ribs.
- Thoroughly cleanse the pork ribs under cold running water, then meticulously dry with paper towels; carefully trim away any visible silver membrane for improved texture.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced ginger, crushed garlic, and fiery red pepper flakes until achieving a harmonious, glossy blend.
- Immerse the ribs in half of the prepared sauce, allowing them to absorb flavors for a minimum of 60 minutes or ideally overnight in the refrigerator for maximum taste penetration.
- Arrange aluminum foil on a baking sheet, strategically placing the marinated ribs; completely encase with additional foil to lock in moisture and tenderness.
- Slow-roast in the preheated oven for approximately 120 minutes, ensuring the meat becomes incredibly tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
- Uncover the ribs and generously coat with the remaining sauce, creating a glossy, caramelized exterior.
- Switch oven to broil setting and cook for 4-5 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a rich, sticky glaze without burning.
Notes
- Swap dried spices with fresh ginger and garlic for a more vibrant, intense flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Consider using a low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake while maintaining the rich umami taste of the marinade.
- Experiment with gluten-free tamari as a substitute for traditional soy sauce to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Add a splash of honey or maple syrup to enhance caramelization and create a deeper, more complex sweetness during the final broiling stage.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (or overnight)
- Cook Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg