Spicy Asian-Style Baby Back Ribs

1. Prepare Marinade and Sauce

Combine the minced ginger, minced shallots, serrano chiles, sugar, soy sauce, and fresh lime juice in a bowl. Mix well to create a slightly thick liquid with visible pieces of ginger and shallots.

2. Season and Marinate Ribs

Place the baby back ribs on a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle them generously with coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the ginger mixture over each side of the ribs, rubbing it in well to ensure the flavors penetrate the meat.

3. Prepare Grill and Sauce

Let the ribs marinate while you prepare your grill. Mix ¼ cup of water into the remaining ginger mixture and reserve it to use as a sauce later.

4. Grill Ribs

Prepare your grill for direct-heat grilling over medium heat. Once ready, place the ribs on the grill with the meat side up and cook for about 8 minutes. Turn the ribs over and cook for another 8 minutes. Cover the grill and continue to cook the ribs for about 8 more minutes on each side, ensuring they are fully cooked, tender, and slightly charred.

5. Serve Ribs with Herb Salad

Transfer the ribs to a cutting board and cut them into individual sections. Divide the herb salad mix between two plates and top each salad with the rib sections. Spoon the reserved ginger sauce over the ribs and serve immediately.