Nqaij Qaib Zib Ntsuag (hmong-style Bbq Pork Ribs)

Nqaij Qaib Zib Ntsuag, or Hmong-style BBQ Pork Ribs, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Hmong cuisine. The ribs are marinated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce, then grilled to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat with a caramelized glaze.

Gluten Free Dairy Free BBQ Hmong Pork Grilling
Nqaij Qaib Zib Ntsuag (hmong-style Bbq Pork Ribs)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork ribs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, black pepper, and vegetable oil to make the marinade.
  2. Place the pork ribs in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the ribs. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the ribs. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the ribs from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  4. Grill the ribs for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is tender and caramelized. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Basting brush

Tools

Resealable plastic bag Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nqaij Qaib Zib Ntsuag with steamed white rice and a side of fresh cucumber salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can baste the ribs with the marinade while grilling for a more intense taste.

Cost

$15