Best 8 Asian Spiced Baby Back Ribs Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Far East. In this article, we will embark on a thrilling quest to discover the ultimate recipe for Asian spiced baby back ribs, a dish that promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Picture perfectly tender and succulent ribs, delicately coated in a symphony of aromatic Asian spices, grilled to perfection and basted with a sticky, sweet, and savory glaze. Whether you prefer the heat of chili peppers or the subtle warmth of ginger, the smokiness of paprika or the tanginess of tamarind, this article will guide you through a selection of mouthwatering recipes, each designed to transport you to the vibrant street markets and bustling kitchens of Asia.

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SWEET AND SPICY ASIAN BARBECUED RIBS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 slabs baby back ribs, trimmed of excess fat, about 3 pounds
1/3 cup Chinese five-spice powder
1 strip thick cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1/3 cup ketchup
2 heaping tablespoons honey
2 heaping tablespoons apricot preserves
2 heaping tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons chili sauce (recommended: Sriracha)
2 green onions, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to approximately 250 degrees F.
  • Lightly season the ribs with the five-spice powder so it forms a light crust. Put the ribs, meat side up, over an area of the grill with indirect heat. Let the ribs cook for 2 hours.
  • While the ribs are cooking, prepare the barbecue sauce. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook slowly to render its fat, about 4 to 5 minutes. Discard the particles with a slotted spoon, leaving the bacon fat in the pan. Reduce the heat to low, add the shallot and garlic, and saute until fragrant and slightly caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the light soy sauce and rice vinegar. Allow the liquid to deglaze the pan for a moment, and then whisk vigorously to scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the hoisin sauce and ketchup, and continue whisking together until well incorporated. Simmer the glaze for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the honey, apricot preserves and brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Add the ginger, whisk and keep simmering for 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in the chili sauce and let the sauce simmer for a final 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the pan from heat. Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce in a separate bowl.
  • After the ribs have cooked for 1 hour, begin basting them with the barbecue sauce. Coat them well once every 15 minutes, until the ribs reach an internal temperature registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Remove the ribs from the grill to a cutting board and let rest, tented with aluminum foil for 5 minutes. Slice the ribs between each bone and arrange them on a serving dish. Drizzle with the reserved glaze and garnish with the chopped green onions.
  • A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

ASIAN-STYLE BABY BACK RIBS



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The combination of tender grilled pork and an irresistible sauce will have you licking your fingers. Be ready to add this dish to your list of summer favorites! -Esther J. J. Danielson, San Marcos, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds pork baby back ribs
4-1/2 teaspoons molasses
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
GLAZE:
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons thawed pineapple juice concentrate
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Pat ribs dry. Combine the molasses, garlic salt, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce; spoon over meat. Place ribs on a rack in a small shallow roasting pan. Cover and bake at 325° for 50-60 minutes or until tender., In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, pineapple juice concentrate, vinegar, hoisin sauce, ketchup, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, ginger and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Brush ribs with some of the glaze; grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until browned, turning frequently and brushing with additional glaze. Serve remaining glaze on the side. Garnish with onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787 calories, Fat 47g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 5848mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

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

CHINESE FIVE SPICE SPARE RIBS



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An amazing blend of traditional Chinese five spice and other mixtures to create a wow-factored, Asian delicacy!

Provided by Evanescence#6

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 5h35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 pounds pork short spareribs

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, white wine vinegar, sesame oil, honey, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger in a large storage bag. Shake to mix well. Add ribs to marinade; refrigerate 4 to 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove ribs from marinade and place in a roasting pan; cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Cook ribs for one hour, turning occasionally. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Remove foil from pan and bake an additional 20 minutes, turning once, until ribs are nicely browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 854.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 239.6 mg, Fat 62.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 58.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 1087.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

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 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-STYLE BABY BACK RIBS



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There are hundred of versions of these sweet, sticky ribs. Too often they're preposterously cloying with little pork flavor. This recipe suffers none of that, its nuanced character derived from the melding of ginger, lemongrass, and chile in the braising liquid and the subtly spiced hoisin glaze. Despite the ribs' refined taste, they're properly messy, perfect with beer -- and invariably met with demands for more.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons safflower oil
1 rack baby back ribs, split in half (about 3 1/2 pounds)
5 ounces fresh ginger (about 5 inches), thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped lemongrass
1 dried Thai chile
2/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
5 cups water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 dried Thai chile
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar

Steps:

  • Make the ribs: Heat oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ribs, working in batches if necessary, and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer ribs to a plate, leaving drippings in pot.
  • Reduce heat to medium, and add ginger, garlic, lemongrass, and chile. Cook until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add tamari or soy sauce, water, sugar, salt, and ribs. Cover, and gently simmer until ribs are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Make the glaze: Combine hoisin, garlic, tamari or soy sauce, honey, five-spice powder, chile, orange zest, and vinegar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer until mixture coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Preheat broiler. Remove ribs from liquid, and transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Brush glaze all over ribs, and broil until glaze starts to bubble, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a serving platter, and brush with more glaze before serving.

5-SPICE BABY BACK RIBS



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Make and share this 5-Spice Baby Back Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by daydreams_uk

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lbs baby back ribs
1 pint chicken stock
2 ounces gingerroot, sliced
2 teaspoons five-spice powder
2 fluid ounces soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, crushed
3 lbs baby back ribs
4 fluid ounces plum sauce
2 fluid ounces hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 teaspoon chili paste with garlic

Steps:

  • place stock, garlic, gingerroot, 5-spice powder and soysauce into a large pan and bring to a simmer.
  • Add ribs and simmer slowly, without lid for around 30 minutes.
  • Remove the ribs and leave them to cool.
  • Boil cooking liquid gently until reduced to about 1/2 pt.
  • Place ribs on a baking sheet and brush with chinese barbecue sauce.
  • Bake in oven at 450 degrees for around 10 mins until sauce has caremelized slightly.
  • Heat the reduced liquid and pour over ribs to moisten.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality baby back ribs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a flavorful rub to coat the ribs, making sure to get all sides.
  • Smoke the ribs at a low temperature for a long time to achieve fall-off-the-bone tenderness.
  • Baste the ribs occasionally with a mixture of honey and soy sauce to add sweetness and flavor.
  • Let the ribs rest before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

This Asian-spiced baby back ribs recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. The ribs are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, and the Asian-inspired spices give them a unique and exotic taste. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a beginner, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So fire up the grill and get cooking!

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