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Charred Honey-Soy Pork Ribs with Crispy Tomatoes

Sweet-savory Indonesian-style pork ribs glazed with honey, soy, and garlic, then seared until charred. Served with roasted cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs for brightness.

Total time
28 min
Servings
2
Calories
548
Protein
48g
Charred Honey-Soy Pork Ribs with Crispy Tomatoes
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lime juice in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add ribs to the skillet in a single layer. Sear 3 minutes per side without moving until edges char.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the glaze over the ribs. Add cherry tomatoes to the pan around them. Toss tomatoes with a spoon.

  6. Step 6

    Continue cooking 4–5 minutes until glaze thickens and tomatoes begin to blister. Remove from heat.

  7. Step 7

    Plate ribs and tomatoes. Drizzle with pan glaze. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet (cast iron or stainless preferred)
  • small mixing bowl
  • paper towels
  • tongs or meat fork

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