Thai-Style Pork Ribs
A classic Thai dish featuring tender pork ribs in a sweet and sour sauce. This recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a fun gathering with friends.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound pork ribsback ribs work best for this dish
- ●2 tablespoons portuguese red wine vinegaror substitute with regular red wine vinegar
- ●1 medium bitter melonor substitute with a sweet and sour mix
- ●2 tablespoons stir-fry oilsuch as peanut or vegetable oil
- ●1 dried romantic red pepperor substitute with a sweet red pepper
- ●2 dried kaffir lime leavesoptional
- ●2 tablespoons brown sugaror substitute with regular sugar
- ●1 tablespoon fish sauceoptional, but recommended for authentic flavor
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tablespoon gingergrated
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the ribs on it.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, brown sugar, fish sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- 4
Brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of the ribs.
- 5
Bake the ribs for 20 minutes, then brush with stir-fry oil and continue baking for another 10 minutes.
- 6
While the ribs are baking, stir-fry the bitter melon and dried red pepper in a pan with a little oil until tender.
- 7
Add the kaffir lime leaves to the pan and stir-fry for another minute.
- 8
When the ribs are done, remove them from the oven and brush with the remaining sauce.
- 9
Serve the ribs with the stir-fry mixture spooned over the top.
- 10
Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil leaves, if desired.