Grilled Lemongrass Spareribs is a mouthwatering dish from Vietnam that combines tender pork ribs with the fragrant and aromatic flavors of lemongrass, garlic, and spices. This recipe serves two people and is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a romantic meal for two. With its juicy and flavorful ribs, this dish will surely delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Let’s get started with the recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 rack of pork spareribs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 stalks lemongrass, white parts only, finely minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Preparation:
1. Prepare the Spareribs:
- Start by preparing the pork spareribs. If not already done, remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor penetration during grilling.
- Using a sharp knife, score the meaty side of the ribs with shallow cuts to help the marinade penetrate.
2. Make the Marinade:
- In a bowl, combine the minced lemongrass, minced garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, ground black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
- Mix well to combine all the ingredients into a smooth marinade.
3. Marinate the Spareribs:
- Place the spareribs in a shallow dish or a large resealable plastic bag.
- Pour the marinade over the ribs, making sure they are evenly coated on both sides.
- Cover the dish or seal the bag, then refrigerate and let the ribs marinate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse into the meat.
4. Grill the Spareribs:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 350-400°F (175-200°C).
- Remove the marinated spareribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature while the grill is preheating.
- Once the grill is hot, remove the spareribs from the marinade and shake off any excess.
- Place the ribs on the grill, meaty side down, and grill for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have developed a nice char.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the ribs reaches 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
- During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the ribs with any remaining marinade to enhance the flavor and create a caramelized glaze.
5. Serve:
- Once the spareribs are cooked to perfection, remove them from the grill and transfer them to a cutting board.
- Allow the ribs to rest for a few minutes before slicing them into individual portions.
- Garnish the grilled lemongrass spareribs with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges on the side.
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