Thai Sweet Chili Glazed Ribs
This recipe is dear to my heart. My mom made it for me when I was a kid and I put a spin on it with my Thaimee Sweet Chili Sauce. It’s easy to make; you can fry it, bake it or, for a healthier option, cook it in an air fryer!
Serves 4
Marinade
6 cilantro roots, cleaned and chopped
1/4 cup garlic cloves , smashed and chopped
1 teaspoon whole white peppercorns (black peppercorns are also fine)
¼ cup fish sauce
¼ cup oyster sauce
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (or brown sugar)
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2 lbs ribs, cleaned and cut into pieces
Vegetable oil (optional, for frying)
Thaimee Sweet Chili Sauce
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Garnish (optional)
In picture, pickled cabbage
In picture, fried Thai basil
Chopped cilantro or spring onion
Making marinade
Suggestion 1. In a stone mortar, combine the cilantro roots, garlic and peppercorn and pound with a pestle for about 3-5 minutes, until it forms a paste. Transfer to a large bowl and bring in the fish sauce, oyster sauce and sugar. Mix well.
Suggestion 2. In a blender, add together all the ingredients until well blended.
2.Marinate.
In a large mixing bowl, massage the marinade into the ribs. Cover and leave in a refrigerator for at least 45 mins or overnight.
Cook the ribs
Suggestion 1. Deep fry In a wok or a medium saucepan, heat about 2 quarts of oil over a medium-high heat until it reaches 375 F. Add the ribs and fry for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown. Using tongs, remove the ribs and place on a baking sheet or a plate lined with paper towels, to drain and excess oil.
Suggestion 2. Air fry Preheat the airfryer to 195C/380F. Once it reaches the required temperature, add the ribs to the air fryer. Cook for about 35 minutes.
Garnish and enjoy!
