Description
Spicy Thai-Style Sweet Chili Ribs deliver a mouthwatering fusion of Southeast Asian flavors and classic barbecue techniques. Succulent pork ribs glazed with tangy chili sauce promise a culinary journey that will excite your taste buds and transport you to the streets of Bangkok.
Ingredients
Scale
Ribs (Main Ingredients):
- 5–6 pounds pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs), silver skin removed and fat trimmed
Marinade Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a non-fish alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar as a substitute)
Sauce and Garnish Ingredients:
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together the designated ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl until perfectly blended.
- Meticulously massage the marinade onto every surface of the ribs, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Securely seal the marinated ribs in a container and allow them to rest in the refrigerator overnight, enabling the complex flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Create the rich BBQ sauce by combining ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until the peanut butter melts and transforms into a silky, uniform mixture.
- Position the marinated ribs vertically within the slow cooker, arranging them to maximize space and ensure uniform cooking.
- Slow cook the ribs on low temperature for 6-8 hours, allowing the meat to become exceptionally tender and effortlessly separating from the bone.
- Carefully transfer the cooked ribs onto a baking sheet, taking care to maintain their structural integrity.
- Lavishly brush half of the prepared BBQ sauce over the ribs, creating a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Broil the sauced ribs in the oven until the surface becomes beautifully caramelized and slightly bubbly, typically requiring 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish the glazed ribs with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for added texture and aromatic complexity.
- Present the ribs immediately, accompanied by the remaining BBQ sauce for diners to enhance their culinary experience.
Notes
- Overnight marinating infuses the ribs with complex Thai-inspired flavors, transforming simple meat into a tantalizing culinary experience.
- Slow cooking breaks down tough connective tissues, guaranteeing fall-off-the-bone tenderness that melts in your mouth.
- Caramelizing under the broiler creates a glossy, sticky exterior with irresistible sweet and spicy notes that elevate the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 742
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1083 mg
- Fat: 49 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 36 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 54 g
- Cholesterol: 172 mg