Fried vegetarian ribs with fish sauce is a vegetarian dish that is new and appealing for the full moon days, with a rich flavor and a crispy, chewy texture that will surely please family members. Today, let’s show off our skills in the kitchen by making these two incredibly tasty fried vegetarian ribs with fish sauce recipes!
1. Fried vegetarian ribs with lemongrass and chili fish sauce
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Preparation
45 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Fried vegetarian ribs with lemongrass and chili fish sauce Serves 2
Vegetarian ribs 2 pieces Lemongrass 1 stalk Chili 1 piece Vegetarian fish sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 100 ml Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ pepper)
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How to make Fried vegetarian ribs with lemongrass and chili fish sauce
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Prepare the ingredients
Soak the vegetarian ribs in cold water for about 30 minutes to soften and expand them.
Peel the outer leaves of the lemongrass, trim the roots, wash it clean, and chop it finely. Remove the skin from the chili, wash it clean, and chop it finely.
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Marinate the vegetarian ribs
After 30 minutes, squeeze out the excess water and place them on a plate, carefully tearing them into small strips. Marinate with 1/3 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1/3 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/3 teaspoon of salt, mixing well.
Sprinkle with an additional 1/3 teaspoon of pepper and marinate for 15 minutes.
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Fried Pork Ribs
Place a pan on the stove, add 100ml of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up, then gradually add the pork ribs to fry until golden and crispy on both sides.
After frying for about 7 minutes, when the pork ribs are golden brown and crispy on both sides, carefully remove them to a plate.
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Make Fish Sauce and Finish the Dish
To make the sauce, add 1 tablespoon of vegan fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of water, and 1/3 tablespoon of monosodium glutamate into a bowl, and mix well.
Continue to use the same pan you used to fry the pork ribs, wait for the oil to heat up, then add the mixture of lemongrass and chili, stir for about 2 minutes, then pour in the fish sauce and add 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Wait and cook for another 3 minutes, then add the pork ribs, stir for about 5 minutes until the fish sauce thickens, then turn off the heat.
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Final product
The fried vegetarian spare ribs with fish sauce, lemongrass, and chili are appealing with an eye-catching appearance, a strong aroma, and a delicious, rich taste that is very enticing. The dish harmoniously blends the sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, making it very attractive.
2. Fried vegetarian spare ribs with garlic and chili fish sauce
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Fried Ribs with Garlic Chili Fish Sauce Serves 2
Vegetarian ribs 4 pieces Cassava 1 root (jicama) Lettuce a little Roasted sesame 1 teaspoon Garlic 3 cloves Chili 2 pods Crispy frying flour 2 tablespoons Vegetarian fish sauce 3 teaspoons Cooking oil 150 ml Sugar/ seasoning powder a little
How to Choose Fresh Cassava
- You should choose cassava roots that are slightly brownish-white, fresh, and have smooth skin.
- Prioritize choosing roots that are evenly sized, as they will be crispy and sweet.
- Do not choose roots that are bruised, scratched, or dried out as they will not taste good and won’t be crispy!
How to Prepare Vegetarian Fried Ribs with Garlic Chili Fish Sauce
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Prepare the Ingredients
Peel the cassava, wash it clean, and cut it into sticks about 1/2 finger thick. For 4 pieces of vegetarian ribs, you should prepare about 16 sticks.
Peel the garlic, wash it clean, and finely chop it. As for the chili, remove the skin, wash it clean, and also chop it finely.
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Shaping and battering vegetarian ribs
Cut each piece of vegetarian ribs into 4 equal parts. Then, use a knife to poke a hole in the middle and carefully insert a cassava stick.
Continue doing this until all the prepared vegetarian ribs are done.
Once completed, sprinkle the crispy batter on top, mixing well so that the crispy batter evenly coats the vegetarian ribs.
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Frying vegetarian ribs
Place a pan on the stove, pour in about 150ml of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up, then gradually add the vegetarian ribs to fry until both sides are evenly golden.
After frying for about 5 minutes, transfer the vegetarian ribs onto a sieve to drain the oil.
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Making fish sauce and completing the dish
After frying the vegetarian spare ribs, use the same pan you used for frying, wait for the oil to heat up, then stir-fry the garlic and chili mixture for about 2 minutes, add 3 teaspoons of fish sauce, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder.
When the sauce starts to boil, add the vegetarian spare ribs, mix well until the sauce thickens!
Present the lettuce on a plate, place the vegetarian spare ribs on top, sprinkle some roasted sesame seeds on the surface, and enjoy.
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Final Product
Fried vegetarian ribs with fish sauce, garlic, and chili is an incredibly appealing vegetarian dish, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and infused with spices that will surprise you when you taste it. This dish will surely have everyone reaching for more.
Suggestions for where to buy vegetarian spare ribs and notes when purchasing
- To find vegetarian spare ribs, you can visit the dry goods section in traditional markets, supermarkets, convenience stores, or stores specializing in vegetarian food.
- It is advisable to choose reputable brands with clear information on expiration dates, production locations, and ingredients!
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With the detailed instructions above, you will surely succeed in making 2 ways of vegetarian spare ribs fried with fish sauce that are incredibly delicious, attractive, and full of charm. Be quick to save the recipe and showcase your cooking skills right away!
