Chinese Style Coconut Ribs

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 6
Chinese Style Coconut Ribs with a Tropical Flare
in Meat

Prep

20 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs pork baby back ribs
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk ( shake the can , open and stir )
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
3/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 medium onion , chopped fine
1/3 cup light soy sauce
2 lemons , juice of
2 limes , juice of
4 garlic cloves , minced
2 tablespoons grated ginger
2 stalks lemongrass , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 lemon , thinly sliced
1 lime , thinly sliced
1/4 cup coconut milk
2 slices lemons
2 slices limes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
452
Sugar
35g
Fat
27g
A recipe that combines two distinct cultures, Chinese Style Coconut Ribs give you the perfect blend of Asian and tropical flavors on your plate. Baby back ribs are coated with a blend of exotic spices and marinated for a few hours in an irresistible mixture of coconut milk and pineapple juice. The low-fat ribs are then slow-cooked in the oven until they're tender and bursting with flavor. Finally, you add a touch of coconut milk and sliced lemons and limes before broiling them for a few minutes, giving them a perfect, crispy crust. The succulent ribs are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a weekend barbecue with friends, weekday family dinner, or a special celebration. With a savory, sweet, and tangy taste, they're sure to leave you and your guests craving more.

Instructions

1.Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F.
2.Place the baby back ribs in a large baking dish.
3.In a bowl, mix together the five-spice powder, ground ginger, paprika, lemon rind, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
4.Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs.
5.In a mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened coconut milk, unsweetened pineapple juice, chopped cilantro, packed brown sugar, chopped onions, light soy sauce, juice of two lemons, juice of two limes, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped lemongrass. Mix well to combine.
6.Pour the mixture over the ribs, making sure they’re completely coated.
7.Add the thinly sliced lemons and limes on top of the ribs.
8.Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
9.Remove the foil, and set the oven to broil.
10.Brush the ribs with a mixture of 1/4 cup of coconut milk and the juice of two slices each of lemons and limes.
11.Broil for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the ribs are a bit browned and crispy.

PROS

The Chinese Style Coconut Ribs are the perfect blend of Chinese flavors with a tropical twist.

The ribs are tender and juicy, with a touch of sweetness from the pineapple juice and brown sugar.

This low-fat dish is a great substitute for traditional barbecue ribs.

CONS

These coconut ribs may not appeal to those with nut allergies.

The long cooking time may not make this dish practical for a quick weeknight dinner.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish has a lot of health benefits. The coconut milk used in the recipe is a great source of healthy fats that can help you lose weight and boost your immune system.
The lemongrass has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer.
The ginger used in the dish has been linked to reducing nausea and muscle pain, and improving brain function.

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