Succulent Chinese BBQ Pork Ribs at Home
45
min
289
Calories
17g
Fats
12g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Indulge in the rich flavors of succulent Chinese BBQ Pork Ribs. This mouth-watering dish combines tender pork with a delightful sweet and savory glaze, perfect for any occasion. Easy to make, this recipe promises a delicious journey to the heart of Chinese cuisine right in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Step 1: Preparing the Ribs
Begin by prepping your pork ribs. Always remember a good dish starts with proper preparation. Lay the ribs out and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cutting the ribs into equal sizes ensures that they will cook evenly in the oven, giving you that perfect bite every time. Drying them ensures that the sauce sticks better, making them as flavorful as possible.
Pro Tip: Use a sharp knife to cleanly cut the ribs into individual pieces.
Step 2: Marinating the Ribs
The secret to these delicious ribs lies in the marination. Combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and finely chopped shallot in a bowl to make your sauce A. This combination will enhance the ribs with a deep, rich flavor that's both sweet and savory. Ensure the ribs are evenly coated with this mixture, then leave them overnight in the refrigerator. This step allows the ribs to absorb all those wonderful flavors, ensuring every bite is as tasty as the last.
Pro Tip: For a deeper flavor, poke small holes in the ribs before marinating.
Step 3: Second Stage of Marination
Imparting flavor to ribs doesn't stop with just one sauce. Prepare sauce B by mixing honey with the remaining ingredients and season the ribs with half of this sauce at least 4 hours before cooking. This step introduces a sweet counterpoint to the savory elements of sauce A, creating a balanced and irresistible glaze. Cover and refrigerate the ribs to let them soak up this goodness. The anticipation of roasting adds to the excitement of tasting these delectable ribs.
Pro Tip: Save the other half of sauce B for glazing while roasting.
Step 4: Roasting the Ribs
Roasting to perfection is key. Preheat your oven to 350°F and carefully place your seasoned ribs on a pan. The top shelf of your oven will give your ribs a beautiful color and texture. Introduce a metal bowl of water on the bottom shelf. This little trick is a game changer. The steam created while roasting ensures the meat stays juicy and tender, preventing it from drying out. Rotate and baste your ribs every 15 minutes for that beautiful glaze we all love. The aroma at this stage is simply divine.
Pro Tip: Keep a close eye on the ribs to prevent them from burning.
Step 5: Final Glaze
The final touch of honey is what sets these ribs apart. Removing the ribs from the oven and giving them a generous brush of honey not only adds an extra layer of flavor but also ensures they have that irresistible sticky, glossy finish. This step caramelizes the surface, creating a delightful texture contrast between the crispy outside and the tender inside. Just imagine the first bite, where all the flavors and efforts culminate into a moment of pure culinary bliss.
Pro Tip: Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to settle.
