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Thai Style Sweet Chili Ribs

Thai Style Sweet Chili Ribs: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food

Experience fall-off-the-bone tenderness and an exotic flavor profile with these Thai Style Sweet Chili Ribs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Marination Time 12 hours
Total Time 20 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 pounds Pork Ribs (Baby Back or Spare Ribs) Choose your favorite cut for tenderness; make sure to remove the silver skin for the best results.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Sweet Chili Sauce This essential ingredient provides the sweet backbone; feel free to use any sweet BBQ sauce as a substitution.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste Adds an irresistible spicy kick; adjust the amount for a milder flavor if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Infuses umami richness; you can opt for gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Balances sweetness with acidity; rice vinegar can be a good alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Peanuts (Chopped) Adds delightful crunch as a topping; simply omit if there are nut allergies.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (Chopped) Brings freshness to each bite; can be left out if you don’t have it on hand.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • saucepan
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, red curry paste, fish sauce, and lime juice until well combined. Generously brush this mixture over both sides of the ribs, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the ribs and refrigerate overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
  2. After marinating, place a saucepan over medium heat and add the remaining sweet chili sauce, peanut butter, red curry paste, fish sauce, and lime juice. Stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
  3. Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and place them vertically in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.
  4. Once the cooking time is up, preheat your broiler. Carefully transfer the ribs to a baking sheet, brushing them with half of the prepared BBQ sauce. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the sauce bubbles and caramelizes.
  5. Remove the ribs from the oven and sprinkle with the chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro. Serve the remaining BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These ribs are a crowd-pleaser and can be easily customized for dietary needs. Serve with coconut jasmine rice or a fresh slaw for a complete meal.

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