Sticky Asian-Style Barbecue Ribs 🍖✨

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Sticky Asian-Style Barbecue Ribs 🍖✨

Ingredients:

• For the ribs:

  • 2 racks of baby back ribs (about 3 lbs total)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp five-spice powder

• For the sauce:

  • ½ cup hoisin sauce
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

• For garnish:

  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the ribs:

   • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
   • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better tenderness. Use a knife to lift it and pull it off with a paper towel for grip.
   • Rub the ribs with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and five-spice powder.

2. Bake the ribs:

   • Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2½ to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away easily from the bone.

3. Prepare the sauce:

   • In a saucepan, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes.
   • Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

4. Glaze and finish the ribs:

   • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to broil.
   • Brush the cooked ribs generously with the sauce. Grill or broil for 5-7 minutes, turning and basting occasionally, until the sauce is sticky and caramelized.

5. Serve:

   • Transfer the ribs to a platter and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with additional sauce on the side.

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Optional Sides:

• Steamed jasmine rice
• Pickled vegetables
• Asian-style slaw
• Grilled bok choy

Pro Tips:

• For an extra smoky flavor, use a charcoal grill for the finishing step.
• Add a dash of plum sauce or sriracha to the glaze for a sweet and spicy kick.