Two glossy, cherry-coloured BBQ ribs stacked diagonally, sprinkled with bright green Tarragon and sesame seeds. A side of vibrant stir-fried vegetables, and a small dipping bowl of succulent Tarragon Hoisin sauce to the side.

Tarragon Infused Char Siu BBQ Ribs

Name: Tarragon Infused Char Siu BBQ Ribs
Prep time: 130 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 155 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Chinese Fusion
Ingredients: fresh tarragon, 1 bunch chopped; baby back ribs, 2 racks; hoisin sauce, 1/2 cup; Chinese five spice powder, 2 tablespoons; soy sauce, 1/4 cup; honey, 2 tablespoons; garlic cloves, 2 cloves minced; ginger root, 1 inch grated; canola oil, 1 tablespoon; sesame seeds, for garnish; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

Category BBQ

Prep 130 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style Chinese Fusion

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: October 07, 2024

This recipe brings a refreshing twist to a traditional BBQ by incorporating the aromatic harmony of Chinese cuisine with French Tarragon. BBQ's are not just about steaks and potatoes, and this Chinese-inspired dish featuring Tarragon will prove just that.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh tarragon - 1 bunch - chopped
Baby back ribs - 2 racks
Hoisin sauce - 1/2 cup
Chinese five spice powder - 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce - 1/4 cup
Honey - 2 tablespoons
Garlic cloves - 2 cloves - minced
Ginger root - 1 inch - grated
Canola oil - 1 tablespoon
Sesame seeds - - for garnish
Salt - - to taste
Black pepper - - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥣🍯🌿

In a mixing bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, half the chopped tarragon, and Chinese five spice to prepare the marinade.
Step 2 - 🍖🌶️⏱️

Season the ribs with salt and pepper then coat them in the marinade you prepared. Let the ribs rest for at least 2 hours, ensuring that the flavors soak in.
Step 3 - 🔥🍖🔄

Preheat your grill on medium-high heat. Once it's hot, oil the grates using canola oil and place the ribs on it, bone-side down, then reduce heat to medium. Grill until the ribs are nicely charred, for about 25 minutes. Don't forget to flip them halfway!
Step 4 - 🌿🥢✨

Garnish the charred ribs with the remaining tarragon and a generous sprinkling of sesame seeds.

Additional

This dish beautifully combines the savory and sweet flavours of a traditional Char Siu with the subtle anise-like aroma of Tarragon. It's a wonderful way to enjoy a BBQ while exploring different cuisines. Feel free to swap the ribs for a meat of your choice or even tofu for a vegetarian version.