Tamarind-Glazed Ribs

Name: Tamarind-Glazed Ribs
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 racks baby back ribs (about 2 lbs), membrane removed; 1 tsp. five-spice powder; Kosher salt and pepper; 1/4 c. ketchup; 1/4 c. tamarind paste (tamarind concentrate); 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp. honey; 1 tbsp. chile-garlic sauce; Sesame seeds and cilantro, for serving

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By Gabriella VigoreauxPublished: May 4, 2021

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

2 hrs 40 mins

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These Indonesian-inspired ribs are coated in a homemade, sweet-sour tamarind sauce for finger-licking flavor that you won't get from a bottle.

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Ingredients

2
racks baby back ribs (about 2 lbs), membrane removed
1 tsp.
five-spice powder
Kosher salt and pepper
1/4 cup
ketchup
1/4 cup
tamarind paste (tamarind concentrate)
2 Tbsp.
low-sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp.
honey
1 Tbsp.
chile-garlic sauce
Sesame seeds and cilantro, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 275°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and place ribs on top. In a small bowl, combine five-spice powder and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper; rub all over ribs. Tightly cover baking sheet with foil and bake until meat is tender and easily pulls away from bone, 2 to 2½ hours.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, combine ketchup, tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey and chile-garlic sauce.
3. Step 3When ribs are done, heat grill on medium-high. Grill ribs, basting with sauce and turning occasionally, until beginning to char, 5 to 6 minutes.
4. Step 4Transfer to cutting board and cut into pieces. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and cilantro.