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Grilled Pork Ribs with Rice

Juicy, caramelized pork ribs served over steamed rice with a tangy orange dipping sauce and quick-cooked vegetables. A Vietnamese-inspired weeknight favorite that's surprisingly simple to make at home.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
650
Protein
35g
Grilled Pork Ribs with Rice
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Add 1.5 lb pork ribs and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.

  2. Step 2

    While ribs marinate, cook 1 cup rice according to package directions. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill ribs for 6-8 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through (internal temp 145°F).

  4. Step 4

    Meanwhile, slice 1 carrot into thin strips and cut 2 cups broccoli into florets. Steam or sauté in a pan with a splash of water until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    For the dipping sauce, squeeze the juice of 1 lime into a small bowl and stir in 1 tbsp of the leftover marinade (if you have it) or a pinch of salt and sugar.

  6. Step 6

    Serve ribs over rice with vegetables and the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Pot for rice
  • Steamer or skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board

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