Follow these steps for perfect results
Beef Or Pork Ribs
trimmed
Cornstarch
Cold Water
Garlic
micro-planed
Fresh Ginger
micro-planed
Soy Sauce
Asian Rice Vinegar
Dark Brown Sugar
Asian Chili Paste
to taste
Scallions
sliced
Honey
Fresh Orange Juice
Dark Sesame Oil
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
to taste
Kosher Or Sea Salt
to taste
Trim the ribs by removing excess fat and the silver skin membrane on the bone side.
Slice partially between each rib for easier separation after cooking.
Prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch and cold water.
Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili paste, scallions, honey, orange juice, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt in a large pan.
Bring the sauce to a boil, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
Continue stirring until the sauce thickens.
Remove the sauce from heat and divide into three portions: marinade, basting sauce, and serving sauce.
Marinate the ribs in one portion of the sauce for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
Remove ribs from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling.
Prepare a charcoal fire or preheat a gas grill for indirect grilling over low heat.
Place ribs meat-side down on the grill and grill for 3 to 4 hours, until crispy and the meat pulls back from the bone.
Baste the ribs with the basting sauce every hour and turn them during grilling.
If the ribs are done early, wrap them in aluminum foil and keep warm over low heat.
Remove the ribs from the grill and serve with the remaining sauce and side dishes.
Expert advice for the best results
For a smokier flavor, add wood chips to your charcoal grill.
Adjust the amount of chili paste to control the spiciness level.
Make sure to trim excess fat for easier cleanup
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Ribs can be marinated overnight.
Arrange the ribs on a platter, garnished with fresh scallions and sesame seeds.
Serve with potato salad, macaroni salad, or cole slaw.
Offer steamed rice or Asian-inspired vegetable sides.
The sweetness of the Riesling complements the spice.
The bitterness of the IPA cuts through the richness of the ribs.
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