Ribs are a familiar dish for many families and individuals, prepared in various ways such as stir-fried, braised, or sautéed. One must not overlook the mouthwatering lemongrass salt fried ribs.
This article will guide you on how to make lemongrass salt fried ribs without them becoming dry when eaten, unlike the common method of directly frying ribs in oil. Let's delve right in!
Ingredients for lemongrass salt fried ribs
- 500g of pork ribs
- 5 stalks of lemongrass
- 1 bulb of garlic, 3 fresh chili peppers
- 1 bulb of dried shallots
- 1 small packet of crispy frying flour
- Seasonings: salt, seasoning powder, sugar, cooking oil, MSG

Ingredients for Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
Instructions for Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
Step 1: Prepare ingredients for Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
- Wash the pork ribs with diluted salt water, then boil them in boiling water for about 3 - 5 minutes to remove any odor and impurities. Remove the ribs, rinse them thoroughly with water, and let them drain.
- Clean the lemongrass, divide it into two parts: finely chop one part, and cut the other part into 3 - 4cm pieces.
- Clean the dried shallots and garlic, finely chop them. Wash the fresh chili peppers, then finely chop them.

Prepare Ingredients for Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
Step 2: Simmer the Ribs
- Heat a pot on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, and sauté a bit of shallots, garlic, and lemongrass until fragrant. Then add the ribs with a bit of fish sauce, seasoning powder, and MSG to the pot and stir-fry for about 2 - 3 minutes until the ribs absorb the seasoning. Add about 100ml of water to the pot, simmer the ribs for about 20 - 30 minutes until they become tender, then remove the ribs and set aside.

Simmer the Ribs
Step 3: Fry the Ribs
- Pour crispy frying flour onto a plate or bowl, then roll the ribs in a layer of flour, repeating until all ribs are coated.

Coat the Ribs with Crispy Frying Flour
- Heat a pan on the stove, add a certain amount of cooking oil to the pan and heat it until boiling. Then, one by one, add the ribs coated with flour to the pan and fry for about 3 - 5 minutes. Remove the ribs promptly; do not fry for too long as it will make the ribs tough and less tender.

Fry the Ribs
- Fry until all prepared ribs are done, then place them on a plate lined with absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
Step 4: Make Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
- Prepare a large bowl for finely chopped lemongrass, garlic, and dried shallots, along with 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/4 tablespoon of ground salt, 1/2 tablespoon of MSG, and a bit of finely chopped chili. Mix all the seasonings thoroughly together.
- Heat a pan on the stove, then add the fried ribs to the pan. Pour the seasoning mixture consisting of 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and 4 tablespoons of water evenly over the ribs. Cook over high heat, gently flipping the ribs with chopsticks to ensure the seasoning covers all sides of the ribs.

Make Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs
- Cook until the liquid in the pan evaporates. Then, quickly add the mixed lemongrass salt mixture to the pan, tossing rapidly to evenly coat the ribs. Cook for another 2 - 3 minutes to allow the ribs to absorb the seasoning, then turn off the heat.
- Finally, transfer the ribs to a plate and enjoy!
The finished Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs dish.

The finished Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs dish
After completion, Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs have a beautiful, appealing color. The outer layer of the ribs is crispy while the inside is tender and sweet. The lemongrass salt flavor permeates deeply, covering the entire exterior of the ribs, providing a slightly salty and fragrant taste. You can enjoy Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs with cucumber and lettuce.
Above is the recipe for making delicious crispy Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs that are not dry or tough, comparable to those from restaurants. The recipe is extremely simple, and you can adjust it to suit your family's taste. Wishing you success with the shared Lemongrass Salt Fried Ribs recipe.
