CHINESE 5 SPICE SPARE RIBS

This recipe has a unique taste with a harmonious blend of the 5 basic flavors of Chinese cooking! VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2eenjFuRAM

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1⁄4 cup ketchup
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 1⁄4 cup  sweet chili sauce
• 2  tablespoons  liquid, aminos
• 1  tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 3  large garlic cloves, pressed
• 2  tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
• 1⁄2 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder
• 2  tablespoons brown sugar
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
• 3  lbs  pork side ribs, portion into individual ribs
• 1  tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine hoisin, honey, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, Chinese 5 Spice, brown sugar and cayenne; whisk. Place ribs in a large re-sealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over; massage until ribs are evenly coated. Transfer to the refrigerator overnight.
2. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and place ribs in a single layer; cover the dish with aluminum foil. Transfer to the oven and cook ribs on 350ºF for 1 hour or until tender, brushing with the marinade every 15 minutes.
3. Pour marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and keep a gentle simmer.
4. After an hour, transfer ribs on a wire rack sits on a baking sheet. Brush the remaining marinade and transfer back to the oven for 20 minutes. Serve immediately with green beans and sprinkle sesame seeds.