Here’s The Best Spicy Asian BBQ Ribs (High-Protein Version) — sticky, smoky, sweet-heat glaze with maximum protein and bold flavor 🔥🍖
You can use pork ribs (classic) or leaner beef back ribs for even more protein.
🔥 Spicy Asian BBQ Ribs (High-Protein)
💪 Protein Boost Tips
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Use meaty baby back ribs or lean beef ribs
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Trim excess fat before cooking
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Pair with high-protein sides (edamame, cabbage slaw with Greek yogurt dressing)
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Ribs:
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2–2½ lbs baby back ribs (membrane removed)
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
Spicy Asian BBQ Glaze:
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp hoisin sauce
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2 tbsp rice vinegar
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2 tbsp honey (or sugar-free syrup)
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1 tbsp sriracha (adjust heat)
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1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry to thicken)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Ribs
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Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
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Pat ribs dry and remove membrane from back.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
2️⃣ Slow Roast
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Wrap tightly in foil.
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Bake 2½–3 hours until fork tender.
3️⃣ Make the Glaze
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In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, hoisin, vinegar, honey, sriracha, ginger, garlic, sesame oil.
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Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and glossy.
4️⃣ Glaze & Caramelize
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Increase oven to 425°F (220°C) or use broiler.
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Brush ribs generously with glaze.
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Bake uncovered 10–15 minutes (or broil 3–5 minutes) until sticky and caramelized.
5️⃣ Rest & Garnish
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Rest 10 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with sesame seeds & sliced green onions.
🔥 Approximate Macros (Per Serving)
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Protein: 45–55g
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Calories: 500–600
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Carbs: 15–20g
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Fat: 30–35g
(Varies by rib cut.)
🥗 High-Protein Side Pairing Ideas
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Garlic chili edamame
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Asian cabbage slaw with Greek yogurt sesame dressing
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Cauliflower fried rice with egg whites
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High-protein noodles with soy-ginger sauce
🔥 Extra Bodybuilder Version (Even Higher Protein)
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Use lean beef back ribs
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Reduce honey
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Add 1 tbsp collagen peptides to glaze
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Serve with 1 cup shelled edamame (+17g protein)
