Thai Barbecue Ribs

A.M. Collins's Note:

This was in the most recent Joy of Cooking. I now have to double the recipe as it is so addicting.

• Total Time: 24 hrs 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 24 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 stalks lemongrass , with rough outside husks removed and tender inner stalks thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil
• 2 tablespoons five-spice powder
• 1 teaspoon chili bean paste
• 3 lbs baby back ribs

Directions:

1. Put everything (except ribs) in food processor and finely puree.
2. Separate ribs, rinse and pat dry.
3. Thoroughly coat each rib with sauce.
4. cover and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for 24 hours.
5. Prepare a medium hot charcoal fire.
6. Grill about 6 inches from coals, turning frequently until ribs are nicely browned and cooked through about 15-20 minutes.
7. Serve immediately.

Reviews

[B Riggsbee]

Very good ribs, however I believe that they could use a bit of bite. Addition of a small amount of hot pepper or other spice would be good. Not enough to over power the taste but just a small bite.

[Gina Rivera]

I have made this rib recipe twice now and cannot wait for many more times. My husband LOVED it, and I made it for a potluck and everyone asked for the recipe. I did have to substitue the lemon rind for the lemongrass, but it was still wonderful.The ingredients are a bit pricey, but will last a long time. Very easy to make in the food processor. Great recipe.

[Ed]

Very nice Thai taste.