Char Siu Lamb Ribs

Chef Brandon Olson of King BBQ | North Charleston, SC

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Adapted by StarChefs  |  november 2024

INGREDIENTS

Char Siu Glaze: 
8 cups granulated sugar 
3 cups ketchup 
2 cups apple cider vinegar
2 cups apple juice 
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons soy sauce 
2 teaspoons sesame oil 
1 teaspoon ground five spice
1 teaspoon red food coloring 

Five Spice Rub:
1 cup granulated sugar 
¾ cup kosher salt 
1 teaspoon ground five spice
½ teaspoon ground white pepper

To Assemble and Serve:
Rack of lamb, trimmed

METHOD

For the Char Siu Glaze:
In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.

For the Five Spice Rub:
In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to an airtight container and reserve.

To Assemble and Serve:
Prepare and heat smoker to 225°F. On a work surface, generously season lamb with Five Spice Rub. Smoke 6 hours. Transfer to a clean work surface and coat with Char Siu Glaze. Wrap lamb in aluminum foil. Smoke 15 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and coat with additional Char Siu Glaze. Smoke additional 10 minutes, or until Char Siu Glaze begins to caramelize. Transfer to a serving platter. 

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