Chinese Five Spice Ribs (Paleo, Gluten Free)

Step 1

Flip the baby back ribs meat side down. Run a sharp knife under the membrane. Take a paper towel to grip the membrane and pull it off the ribs. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix avocado oil, garlic cloves, Chinese five spice powder, kosher salt, and ground white pepper together.

Step 3

Rub the paste all over the ribs and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours to overnight.

Step 4

Instant Pot method: place trivet into the Instant Pot, add ½ cup water, place ribs (standing up) on top of the trivet. Close lid, seal the valve, and cook at high pressure for 20-25 minutes depending on how tender you want the ribs. Once done, let it naturally release before removing.

Step 5

Oven method: preheat oven to 350F, place ribs on a foil lined rimmed baking sheet and bake for 2-2 ½ hours.

Step 6

When ribs are done, remove from Instant Pot or oven, baste both sides with hoisin glaze.

Step 7

Broil method: broil the cooked ribs for 4-5 minutes or until hoisin glaze has caramelized.

Step 8

Air fryer method: if necessary cut ribs to fit air fryer basket and air fry for 4-5 minutes at 400F or until hoisin glaze has caramelized. You might have to do this in batches.

Step 9

Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until well combined. If the sauce is thick add more water 1 teaspoon at a time.