Thai-Style Barbecue Ribs

Ingredients

While the original American barbecue ribs are typically seasoned with a dry rub and slow-cooked, this Thai adaptation adds a Thai twist to the marinade and glaze. Lemongrass, ginger, and chili are used to infuse the ribs with a burst of Thai flavors. The cooking method remains similar, but the flavors are distinctly Thai. We alse have the original recipe for Barbecue Ribs, so you can check it out.

• 2 racks of pork ribs (about 2 kg / 4.4 lbs) 2 racks of pork ribs (about 2 kg / 4.4 lbs)
• 4 stalks lemongrass, bruised 4 stalks lemongrass, bruised
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2-inch piece ginger, grated 2-inch piece ginger, grated
• 2 red chilies, finely chopped 2 red chilies, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 28g, 9g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 8g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 2.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the lemongrass, garlic, ginger, red chilies, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. 2.
   Place the racks of ribs in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Remove the ribs from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
5. 5.
   Grill the ribs for about 20-25 minutes per side, basting with the reserved marinade every 5 minutes, until they are cooked through and nicely charred.
6. 6.
   Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Cut into individual ribs and garnish with fresh cilantro.
7. 7.
   Serve the Thai-style barbecue ribs hot and enjoy the explosion of flavors!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lemongrass — To release its flavor, bruise the lemongrass stalks by lightly pounding them with a rolling pin or the back of a knife before adding them to the marinade.
• Ginger — Grate the ginger using a fine grater to ensure it blends well with the other ingredients.
• Red chilies — Adjust the amount of chilies according to your spice preference. For milder ribs, remove the seeds before chopping.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra tenderness, wrap the marinated ribs in foil and bake them in a preheated oven at 150°C (300°F) for 2 hours before grilling.
• If you prefer a sweeter glaze, add an additional tablespoon of honey to the reserved marinade before basting the ribs.
• Serve the ribs with a side of Thai sticky rice and a refreshing cucumber salad for a complete Thai dining experience.

Serving advice

Serve the Thai-style barbecue ribs as a main course, accompanied by steamed jasmine rice and a side of Thai cucumber salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro for added freshness and aroma.

Presentation advice

Arrange the grilled ribs on a platter, placing them in an overlapping fashion. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the ribs and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with a wedge of lime for an extra burst of citrus flavor.