Name: Thai Style Sweet Chili Ribs
Prep time: 12 h
Cook time: 8 h 5 min
Total time: 20 h 5 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce; 1 tablespoon red curry paste; 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce); 1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar); 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce; 1/4 cup peanut butter; 1 tablespoon red curry paste; 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce); 1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar); 5-6 pounds pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs) (2 racks), silver skin removed and fat trimmed; 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped; 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Description

Imagine a dish that brings the aromatic allure of Thailand right to your dinner table—Thai Style Sweet Chili Ribs. These ribs are slathered in a homemade marinade of sweet chili sauce, red curry paste, and lime juice, then slow-cooked to fall-off-the-bone perfection. They are finished with a peanut butter glaze that adds a nutty richness, making each bite irresistibly complex and satisfying.The beauty of these ribs lies not just in their taste but also in their simplicity. A perfect weekend project, these ribs promise a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine, culminating in a mouthwatering experience that will gather everyone around the table in anticipation. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a curious cook, this recipe offers an opportunity to explore new flavors and techniques that will dazzle your senses and spice up your cooking repertoire.

Ingredients

Scale

For the marinade:
1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce)
1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar)
For the BBQ sauce:
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
1/4 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce)
1 tablespoon lime juice (or rice vinegar)
For the ribs:
5–6 pounds pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs) (2 racks), silver skin removed and fat trimmed
2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Instructions

For the marinade:
Mix all of the ingredients, brush over the ribs and marinate in a sealed container in the fridge overnight.
For the BBQ sauce:
Mix everything in a small saucepan over medium heat until the peanut butter has melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
For the ribs:
Place the ribs in the slow cooker with the bones vertical, wrapped around the inside, and cook on low until fall off the bone tender, about 6-8 hours.
Carefully transfer the ribs to a baking sheet, brush on half of the BBQ sauce and broil in the oven until the sauce starts to bubble and caramelize, about 3-5 minutes.
Sprinkle on the chopped peanuts and cilantro and enjoy with the remaining BBQ sauce!

Prep Time: 12 hours
Cook Time: 8 hours 5 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 1008