Ingredients

1/4 cup asian fish sauce ( nam pla or nuoc nam )
2 tablespoons asian peanut oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons garlic , minced
2 stalks lemongrass , outer leaves removed ( and tender center thinly sliced )
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
4 1/2 - 5 lbs pork baby back ribs
Thai-style barbecued baby back ribs are a tasty and flavorful twist on traditional barbecue ribs. The marinade for these ribs includes a combination of Asian fish sauce, peanut oil, soy sauce, garlic, lemongrass, cilantro, ginger, sugar, and sesame oil. The ribs are marinated for up to 24 hours, then grilled to perfection for a sweet and savory flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. These ribs are perfect for a weekend barbecue with friends and family and are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

Instructions

1.Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the fish sauce, peanut oil, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, lemongrass, cilantro, ginger, sugar and sesame oil.
3.Place the ribs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the ribs, making sure they are well coated.
4.Place the ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 10 to 15 minutes per side or until the ribs are cooked through.
5.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These Thai-style ribs are full of flavor and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next barbecue.

The marinade gives the ribs a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

CONS

The ribs can be a bit messy to eat and may require some extra napkins.

They can also be a bit time-consuming to prepare, with up to 24 hours of marinating time required.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While ribs are not typically considered a health food, this recipe can be made with leaner cuts of pork to reduce the fat content.
The herbs and spices in the marinade provide anti-inflammatory benefits and may also help improve digestion.

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