Description
Sticky Asian Pork Ribs are a mouthwatering delight that combines tender, juicy pork with a sweet and savory glaze. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With flavors of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, every bite is an invitation to indulge. Easy to prepare, these ribs will impress both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2-3 pounds baby back pork ribs
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Rinse the pork ribs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels; remove any silver skin if necessary.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Marinate the ribs in half of the sauce for at least one hour or overnight in the fridge for enhanced flavor.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the marinated ribs on it; cover with foil and bake for about two hours until tender.
- Remove the foil and brush the remaining sauce generously over the ribs; broil on high for about five minutes until caramelized.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For maximum flavor, marinate the ribs overnight. Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option. Add chili flakes for extra heat or try honey as a sweetener variation.