Sticky Chilli Pork Ribs

• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, roots and stems finely chopped, leaves reserved
• 1 cup malt vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 4 tsp sambal oelek (Indonesian ground chili paste)
• 4 lbs pork baby back ribs, cut into 4-rib sections
• 2 cans (20 oz each) plums in syrup, drained
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 piece (1 inch) ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• None None Mixed salad, to serve

1. Pulse cilantro roots and stems, 1/4 cup of the vinegar, garlic and 2 tsp of the sambal oelek in food processor until almost smooth. Place ribs in a large shallow dish and coat with mixture. Cover and marinate for 1 hour.
2. Meanwhile, combine plums, remaining 3/4 cup vinegar, sugar, ginger and remaining 2 tsp sambal oelek in a food processor. Process until smooth. Pour mixture into a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil on high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10-15 mins, until thickened. Transfer to a bowl. Cool slightly then refrigerate until chilled.
3. Brush half plum sauce over ribs. Marinate for 1 hour.
4. Preheat the grill on medium-low heat. Grill ribs for 45 mins to 1 hour, covered, turning occasionally. Serve with remaining plum sauce and salad.

fresh cilantro, malt vinegar, garlic, sambal oelek, pork baby back ribs, syrup, brown sugar, ginger, mixed salad

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