Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs
Delight your taste buds with these succulent Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs, a perfect harmony of bold flavors and tender, fall-off-the-bone texture. Marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, and soy sauce, these spareribs are infused with a savory-sweet richness, thanks to a hint of brown sugar and a slow simmering process. The caramelized glaze clings beautifully to each rib and is accented with garnishes of scallions and optional sesame seeds for a touch of freshness and crunch. Ideal for pairing with a steaming bowl of jasmine rice, this dish brings the authentic essence of Vietnamese home cooking straight to your table. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, these irresistible ribs are sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs Pork spareribs
- 3 stalks Fresh lemongrass stalks (outer layers removed, finely minced)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 medium Shallots (minced)
- 3 tbsp Fish sauce
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Chopped scallions (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Cut the spareribs into individual sections, if not already pre-cut. Rinse under cold water and pat dry using paper towels.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine minced lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
Step 3
Add the spareribs to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the ribs marinate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated spareribs (reserve the marinade) and sear them on all sides until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
Step 5
Reduce heat to medium. Add the reserved marinade and 1 cup of water to the pan, stirring to combine.
Step 6
Cover the pan with a lid and let the spareribs simmer for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if needed to prevent burning.
Step 7
Remove the lid and allow the sauce to reduce and thicken, about 10-15 more minutes, stirring frequently to coat the ribs evenly in the caramelized sauce.
Step 8
Transfer the cooked spareribs to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Step 9
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1395.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4189.8 |
| Total Fat 363.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 123.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g | |
| Cholesterol 952.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5687.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.2g | |
| Protein 144.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 422.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2857.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories