Vietnamese-Style Lamb Riblets With Sweet Soy Dippin

Name: Vietnamese-Style Lamb Riblets With Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the marinade; 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot; 2 medium cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbs. fish sauce; 2 Tbs. soy sauce; 2 Tbs. peanut or vegetable oil; 2 Tbs. packed brown sugar (light or dark); 1-1/2 Tbs. fresh lime juice; 1 Tbs. grated fresh ginger; 1 Tbs. whole coriander seed, toasted and coarsely ground; 1 tsp. chile sauce, such as sambal oelek or sriracha; 1/4 tsp. kosher salt; 2 lb. lamb breast riblets (also called Denver-style ribs); For the dipping sauce; 2 Tbs. fish sauce; 2 Tbs. fresh lime juice; 2 Tbs. unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro; 1 Tbs. soy sauce; 1 Tbs. granulated sugar; 1 medium clove garlic, minced

Servings: persons

For the marinade
1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbs. fish sauce
2 Tbs. soy sauce
2 Tbs. peanut or vegetable oil
2 Tbs. packed brown sugar (light or dark)
1-1/2 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. grated fresh ginger
1 Tbs. whole coriander seed, toasted and coarsely ground
1 tsp. chile sauce, such as sambal oelek or sriracha
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
2 lb. lamb breast riblets (also called Denver-style ribs)
For the dipping sauce
2 Tbs. fish sauce
2 Tbs. fresh lime juice
2 Tbs. unseasoned rice vinegar
2 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbs. soy sauce
1 Tbs. granulated sugar
1 medium clove garlic, minced

1
Marinate the riblets
2
Put all of the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Put the riblets in a gallon-size freezer bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and massage the riblets to evenly distribute the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 8 and up to 24 hours, turning the bag occasionally to redistribute the marinade.
3
Cook the riblets
4
Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 300u00b0F. Remove the riblets from the marinade, scraping any excess seasonings back into the bag (reserve the marinade). Arrange the riblets bone side down on a flat roasting rack in a roasting pan or on a heavy-duty baking sheet. Roast, basting with the reserved marinade every 20 minutes for the first hour, until the meat is very tender and can be easily pierced with a knife, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
5
Make the dipping sauce
6
Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
7
Finish and serve
8
Position an oven rack 5 to 6 inches from the broiling element and heat the broiler on high. Arrange the riblets cut side up on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil until browned and sizzling on one side, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn with tongs and brown the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a serving platter. Serve with the dipping sauce and plenty of napkins.
9
Make Ahead Tips
10
The riblets can be roasted, cooled, and refrigerated up to 2 days ahead. Bring to room temperature before broiling.

1588

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the marinade, 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot, 2 medium cloves garlic, minced, 2 Tbs. fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Lamb Riblets With Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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.

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Vietnamese-Style Lamb Riblets With Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce

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