Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs spareribs; 8 garlic cloves; 2 shallots; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons fish sauce (nouc cham); 1 tablespoon dry white wine; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon dried lemon grass (if you have fresh lemongrass use a little more)

Servings: persons

1
preheat oven to 500u00b0F.
2
Starting on one end of the ribs pull off the thin membrane that covers the bones and the flap of meat on the underside of the ribs.
3
Use a knife to help loosen any stubborn spots.
4
Then trim as much fat as you can from the ribs and cut down between the bones to separate the ribs.
5
In a mortar, pound together the garlic, shallots, pepper and salt.
6
Stir in the sugar, fish sauce, lemongrass, wine and oil.
7
Arrange the ribs in a single layer on a shallow dish.
8
Pour the marinade over them and coat well.
9
Marinate in room temperature for at least 3 hours or, covered, in the refrigerator overnight.
10
Put the ribs on a large baking pan and roast on the top shelf until crusty and dark, about 30 minutes.
11
serve hot or at room temperature.

375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs spareribs, 8 garlic cloves, 2 shallots, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vietnamese Lemongrass Spareribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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