Best 9 Asian Rib Rub Recipes

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Asian rib rub is a delectable blend of spices and herbs that imparts an unforgettable flavor to pork ribs. Whether you prefer using a charcoal grill, gas grill, smoker or oven, this versatile rub will elevate your ribs to a new level of deliciousness. With the right combination of sweet, savory, and aromatic ingredients, this rub creates a mouthwatering crust that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best Asian rib rub recipe that suits your taste buds and cooking style.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN RIBS



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My husband adores this recipe for Asian ribs, and I love how good it makes the house smell! The mild, tangy, salty-sweet sauce with fresh ginger and garlic is delicious with rice or noodles. -Julie Ko, Rogers, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 servings (about 4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into serving-size pieces
1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup minced fresh gingerroot
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
Thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Place ribs in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, ginger, garlic and pepper flakes; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender., Remove meat to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil., Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with ribs. Garnish with onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 902 calories, Fat 51g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 1891mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

ASIAN SPICE RUBBED RIBS WITH PLUM-GINGER GLAZE



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For the Plum-Ginger glaze:

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 35

3 tablespoons canola oil
3 shallots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 Thai chiles, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger
2 tablespoons good quality curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 star anise
8 ripe purple plums, pitted and coarsely chopped
1 cup plum juice
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons powdered ginger
1 cup water
4 cups water
2 cups soy sauce
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
1 tablespoon whole black mustard seeds
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for rubbing
2 racks St. Louis-style country ribs
Asian Rub, recipe follows
Green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Spanish paprika
2 tablespoons dry mustard
2 tablespoons ground star anise
2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • For the Plum-Ginger glaze:
  • Preheat grill or side burner. Heat the oil in a large non-reactive saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until soft. Add the Thai chiles, ginger, curry powder and cinnamon and cook for 2 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and 1 cup of water. Cook until the sauce is reduced and thickened about 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Place plum mixture, in 2 to 3 batches, in a food processor and process until smooth, strain into a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
  • Bring water, soy, ginger, peppercorns, coriander, mustard seeds and salt and pepper, to taste, in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat and preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Rub oil on both sides of the ribs. Then rub each rack with the Asian Rub. Place racks onto preheated grill and allow to cook only until grill marks have been made.
  • Divide the water and soy sauce mixture between 2 roasting pans, place the ribs on a baking rack and set over the liquid in the pan. Roast the ribs in the preheated oven until about 3/4 of the way cooked, about 45 minutes, basting every 15 minutes.
  • Heat the grill to high.
  • Transfer the ribs to the grill and grill until the ribs are tender, about 45 minutes longer, brushing with the glaze during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Remove from the grill and brush with more of the glaze. Slice into ribs and garnish with green onions.
  • Whisk all ingredients together.

ASIAN RIB RUB



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Categories     Pork

Yield 3-4 slabs

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp kosher salt
1 Tbsp dry mustard
1 tsp chinese five spice powder
3/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground cloves
1/2 cup medium-dry sherry

Steps:

  • Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl. Rub on meaty side of ribs. Light one side of a gas grill and put ribs on other side. Keep heat very low. Cover and grill for 30 minutes. Spray the ribs with sherry. Grill 30 minutes more and spray again. Shift ribs around if heat is uneven, but do not turn. Grill 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours total, spraying every 30 minutes. Remove from heat and cut between ribs into 2-rib pieces.

ASIAN SPICE RUBBED RIBS WITH PINEAPPLE-GINGER BBQ SAUCE AND BLACK AND WHITE SESAME SEEDS



Asian Spice Rubbed Ribs with Pineapple-Ginger BBQ Sauce and Black and White Sesame Seeds image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 7h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 cloves garlic, smashed
3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 large Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
3 cups fresh ripe pineapple chunks
1 habanero, chopped
1 cup fresh pineapple juice
2 cups hoisin sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 to 1/2 cup dark brown sugar (depending on sweetness of pineapple)
3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 heaping tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons ground star anise
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup Spanish paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground star anise
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Thai chile flakes
2 racks St. Louis style pork ribs (12 ribs each), membranes removed
2 cups soy sauce
1/2 cup peeled and coarsely chopped fresh ginger
6 cloves garlic, smashed
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
1 bunch scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • For the sauce: Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan. Add the garlic, ginger and onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the pineapple chunks and habanero and cook for 1 minute. Add the pineapple juice and cook until it caramelizes slightly, about 3 minutes. Add the hoisin, ketchup, brown sugar, ancho powder, mustard, honey, soy sauce, star anise and cinnamon and cook until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper . Pour into a bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • For the ribs: Stir together the paprika, dry mustard, ground ginger, star anise, allspice, salt, pepper and Thai chile flakes in a bowl. Rub the ribs on the top side, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat a charcoal grill with about 80 briquettes off to 1 side, or in a kamado-style ceramic charcoal cooker with the ceramic plate removed. Remove the ribs from the refrigerator 1 hour before grilling.
  • Combine 4 cups water, the soy sauce, ginger and garlic and divide between two heavy disposable pans.
  • If using a charcoal grill: Put one disposable pan of steaming liquid on the bottom grate of the grill on the opposite side of the coals. Put the top grate on and heat well. Put the ribs on the grill, top-side down, directly over the hot coals and cook until golden brown and a crust has formed, about 10 minutes. Move the ribs to the other side of the grill, over the liquid, and place the other disposable pan with steaming liquid next to them over the coals. Put the lid of the grill on and open the vents on top halfway. Cook until the ribs are tender and juicy, about 2 hours. Add water as necessary to prevent scorching, and coals to keep the internal temperature between 225 and 250 degrees F.
  • If using the kamado-style ceramic charcoal cooker: Remove the ceramic plate and heat the grill rack. Put the ribs on the grill, top-side down, directly over the hot coals and cook until golden brown and a crust has formed, about 10 minutes. Remove the ribs and rack and put in the ceramic plate. Put one disposable pan of steaming liquid on the plate, then return the rack and the ribs to the grill. Cover and cook until ribs are tender and juicy, about 2 hours. Add water as necessary to prevent scorching, and coals to keep the internal temperature between 225 and 250 degrees F.
  • If using charcoal, finish the ribs by moving them back over the hot coals and turning and basting with sauce for 15 to 20 minutes. If using the ceramic charcoal cooker, leave the plate in and brush liberally with sauce for 15 to 20 minutes before removing from the grill.
  • Combine the sesame seeds and sprinkle the tops of the ribs. Cut the ribs apart and put on a platter. Scatter the green onions over the top and serve.

ASIAN DRY RUB



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Make and share this Asian Dry Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by queenbeatrice

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 7 tsp, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons anise seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Stir together the spices.
  • Store in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
  • Rub spice mixture evenly over meat, coating the entire surface.
  • Cover and refrigerate for several hours.
  • Fry, roast, grill or cook in whatever manner you prefer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 585.6, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 0.7

STICKY ASIAN RIBS RECIPE (IN THE OVEN!)



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Salty but sweet and covered in a delicious sticky sauce - our Sticky Asian Ribs will be your new BBQ staple.

Provided by Steph

Categories     Main Course

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 pounds baby back ribs (about 2 slabs)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 Tablespoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 Tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon sriracha
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
1 Tablespoon water
1/2 Tablespoon sesame seeds
2 green onions (diced)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
  • Remove the membrane from the ribs (if desired), then rinse the ribs under cold water and pat dry.
  • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, dry mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Massage into ribs.
  • Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, then cover them with another piece of foil.
  • Bake ribs for 2 - 2 1/2 hours (check at 2 hours to see if they're done, continue cooking if they're not).
  • While the ribs finish up cooking, in a saucepan over medium heat, add honey, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sriracha. Bring mixture to a boil, then turn down heat.
  • In a small bowl, mix together cornstarch and water, then add to the mixture and simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Remove ribs from the oven and turn the temperature to broil. Brush ribs generously with sauce, then broil for 2-4 minutes (be sure to watch them closely so they don't burn).
  • Top with sesame seeds and green onions.

ASIAN STYLE BBQ ST. LOUIS RIBS



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Cinnamon, anise, cloves, and Szechuan peppercorns bring Asian-inspired flavor to these tender, slow-grilled St. Louis-style spareribs.

Provided by Smithfield(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Smithfield®

Time 5h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup kosher salt
⅓ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground anise seed or fennel seed
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cloves
2 racks Smithfield® Extra Tender St. Louis Pork Spareribs, membrane removed
1 cup Handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained
2 cups hoisin barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • About 30 minutes before smoking, make the dry rub. Combine all rub ingredients in a coffee grinder; grind until smooth. Generously coat both sides of ribs with rub. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Heat charcoal or gas grill for indirect cooking at 275 degrees F. Add drained wood chips, if using.
  • Place the ribs, meaty side up, over a drip pan and cook for 2 hours. Add about 12 coals to a charcoal grill every 45 minutes or so to maintain the heat.
  • Remove ribs from grill. Double-wrap each rack in heavy-duty aluminum foil. Return wrapped ribs to the grill and cook for 2 hours more over indirect heat, until very tender. Add more coals as needed to maintain temperature for a charcoal grill.
  • Remove ribs from grill and unwrap. Place ribs over direct heat on grill and brush with barbecue sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce is set. Turn ribs and repeat with more sauce.
  • Serve ribs with remaining barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1315.9 calories, Carbohydrate 76.1 g, Cholesterol 279.2 mg, Fat 84.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 59.3 g, SaturatedFat 30.4 g, Sodium 13697.6 mg, Sugar 52.4 g

ASIAN LIME RIBS



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Found this in a magazine, and thought it looked good. The serving size and cook time are estimates. Serving size depends on the people eating and cooktime depends on how hot the grill is and the size of the ribs. Also included in the cook time, is the chill time.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Pork

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sparerib racks
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • Prepare ribs and get ready to grill.
  • Combind remaining ingredients for rub and apply to ribs.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • It is also recommended to brush with Asian-lime Sauce (for Grilling and Dipping) #120396 while grilling.
  • Allow 10 minutes to stand before cutting when done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.9, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1166.8, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.4

SWEET & SPICY ASIAN STYLE BBQ BACK RIBS



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The spicy sweetness of the rub is complemented with the fruit and spice notes of the sauce in these delicious Asian-inspired pork back ribs.

Provided by Smithfield(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Smithfield®

Time 5h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 racks Smithfield® Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs, membrane removed
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons fine sea salt
4 ½ teaspoons onion powder
4 ½ teaspoons chili powder
4 ½ teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
¾ cup clover honey
½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons red plum jam
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce*
1 cup Handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained
¾ cup tamarind juice, in a spray bottle*

Steps:

  • About one hour before you plan to start grilling, make the rub: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, salt, onion powder, chili powder, paprika and pepper. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels, then sprinkle both sides of each rack with the rub. Set aside at room temperature for one hour.
  • Preheat the grill for indirect cooking at 250 to 300 degrees F. Add the drained wood chips, if using.
  • Place the ribs, meaty side up, over a drip pan, close the grill, and cook for 2 hours, adding about 12 coals to a charcoal grill every 45 minutes or so to maintain the heat.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, soy sauce, jam, vinegar and garlic sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly thickened. Set aside to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.
  • Continue to cook the ribs until they're so tender the rack will easily break when bent with tongs, 1 to 2 more hours, spraying on both sides with the tamarind juice every 20 to 30 minutes. Brush the ribs on both sides with the sauce and continue to cook for about 5 minutes, until the sauce is set. Remove from the grill and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the racks into 3- or 4-rib sections and serve. Pass any remaining sauce at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1954 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 490.7 mg, Fat 143.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 99.8 g, SaturatedFat 53 g, Sodium 3937.3 mg, Sugar 48.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs and spare ribs are the most popular choices for Asian-style ribs. Baby back ribs are leaner and more tender, while spare ribs have more meat and a richer flavor.
  • Use a good quality rib rub: The rib rub is what gives the ribs their flavor, so it's important to use a good quality one. There are many different Asian-style rib rubs available, so you can find one that suits your taste.
  • Marinate the ribs: Marinating the ribs helps to tenderize them and infuse them with flavor. You can marinate the ribs for as little as 30 minutes or as long as overnight.
  • Cook the ribs slowly and low: Asian-style ribs are best cooked slowly and low, so that the meat has time to become tender and fall off the bone. You can cook the ribs in the oven, on the grill, or in a smoker.
  • Baste the ribs: Basting the ribs during cooking helps to keep them moist and flavorful. You can baste the ribs with the marinade, barbecue sauce, or a mixture of both.
  • Let the ribs rest: Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the meat to reabsorb the juices and become even more tender.

Conclusion:

Asian-style ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your Asian-style ribs turn out perfect every time. So fire up your grill or oven and get cooking!

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