Glazed Five Spice Country Ribs with a Tabil Twist

Spiced and Glazed Perfection: Country Ribs Reimagined

These Glazed Five Spice Country Ribs with a Tabil Twist offer a unique and flavorful take on a classic dish. The pork ribs are first seasoned with an aromatic rub featuring the warm complexity of Chinese five spice and the savory, subtly spicy notes of Tabil, creating a deeply layered flavor profile. After a low and slow bake to tender perfection, they are coated in a smoky-sweet hickory brown sugar BBQ glaze enhanced with soy sauce, resulting in a delicious balance of sweet, savory, and spiced notes that are sure to please.

⏳Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🔥Cook time: 2.5 hours | 🥘 Total Time: About 3 hours | 📌Servings: 2-4

Ingredients

For the Rub:

· 1 tbsp USimplySeason Chinese Five Spice

· 1 tbsp USimplySeason Tabil

· 1 tsp Salt

· 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper

· 1–2 tsp Olive Oil (for coating the ribs)

For the Glaze:

· 1/3 cup Hickory Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce

· 1 tbsp Soy Sauce

👩🏽‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Pat 2.29 lbs boneless country-style pork ribs dry and rub with olive oil.

2. Combine Chinese Five Spice, Tabil, salt, and pepper. Rub onto all sides of the ribs and let sit for 20–30 min.

3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear ribs 2–3 minutes per side until golden (optional).

4. Place ribs in a baking dish with a splash of broth or water. Cover with foil and bake for 2–2.5 hours.

5. Mix BBQ sauce and soy sauce. Brush over ribs, increase oven to 400°F, and bake uncovered for 10–15 min.

6. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.

Suggested Sides

· Garlicky mashed potatoes or coconut rice

· Roasted sweet potatoes with cumin and cinnamon

· Cucumber-yogurt salad or simple tangy slaw

· Basmati rice with a drizzle of soy sauce and lime zest

Tips

· Letting the ribs rest after baking helps keep them juicy and tender.

· Double the glaze if you want extra sauce for dipping or drizzling.

· Add a drizzle of honey to the glaze for a sweeter finish.

· Want a stovetop option? Simmer the seared ribs in sauce until tender.

· Pair with ginger beer, iced hibiscus tea, or a citrusy white wine.