CHINESE 5 SPICE SPARE RIBS

Submitted by clubfoody

"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: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 14
• 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.