30-Min Sticky Indonesian Pork Ribs with Fries
Tender pork ribs glazed with a sweet-savory Indonesian-style sauce (kecap manis + garlic + ginger), finished under the broiler until caramelized. Served with crispy fries and a bright side salad for a complete weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 645
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb pork baby back ribs, cut into 2-3 bone sections
- ½ cup kecap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 12 oz frozen french fries
- 3 cups mixed salad greens
- ¼ medium red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
Start fries on a sheet pan in a 425°F oven per package directions, shaking halfway through.
- 2
Stir kecap manis, minced garlic, ginger, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.
- 3
Pat ribs dry and toss with half the glaze in a large bowl, coating both sides well.
- 4
Spread ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, brush with remaining glaze.
- 5
Broil ribs 6 inches from heat for 10–12 minutes until edges char and sauce caramelizes, rotating pan halfway.
- 6
Toss salad greens with sliced red onion and a pinch of salt, then plate ribs, fries, and salad together.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- foil
- large bowl
- broiler
- tongs
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