Here’s a delicious recipe for deep-fried pork ribs with a crispy exterior and tender meat. These make a perfect appetizer or main dish:
Deep-Fried Pork Ribs
Ingredients:
•2 lbs pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs, cut into individual ribs)
•1 cup buttermilk (for tenderizing)
•1 cup all-purpose flour
•1 cup cornstarch
•1 tsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)
•1 tsp garlic powder
•1 tsp onion powder
•1 tsp smoked paprika
•1/2 tsp black pepper
•1/2 tsp salt (plus more for seasoning afterward)
•Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Marinade:
•2 cloves garlic, minced
•1 tbsp soy sauce
•1 tbsp fish sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
•1 tbsp rice vinegar
•1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
1.Marinate the Ribs:
•In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper.
•Add the pork ribs to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for more flavor).
2.Prepare the Coating:
•In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
3.Dredge the Ribs:
•Remove ribs from the marinade and pat them dry. Dip each rib in buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to coat thoroughly. Set aside on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.
4.Heat the Oil:
•Pour oil into a deep pot or large skillet until it reaches about 2 inches in depth. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
5.Fry the Ribs:
•Fry the ribs in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Fry each batch for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
•Remove ribs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Lightly season with salt immediately after frying.
6.Serve:
•Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, like spicy BBQ, honey mustard, or a Thai-style sweet chili sauce.
Enjoy your crispy, deep-fried pork ribs!
