
Slow-cooked pork ribs marinated in a fiery vindaloo sauce, creating a delicious fusion of Indian spices and tender meat. Served with a refreshing mango salsa to balance the heat.
**Prepare the Vindaloo Marinade:** In a food processor or blender, combine red wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, soaked red chilies, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, garam masala, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, sugar, and salt. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
**Marinate the Ribs:** Rub the vindaloo paste all over the pork ribs, ensuring they are well coated. Place the marinated ribs in a large bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
**Slow Cooker Method:** Place the marinated ribs in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the ribs are very tender and the meat is easily pulled from the bone.
**Oven Method:** Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the marinated ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2.5-3 hours, or until the ribs are very tender.
**Prepare the Mango Salsa:** While the ribs are cooking, prepare the mango salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
**Serve:** Once the ribs are cooked, carefully remove them from the slow cooker or oven. Let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the spicy vindaloo pork ribs with a generous helping of the refreshing mango salsa.
Nutrition per serving (340g)
For a deeper flavor, lightly toast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and mustard seeds before grinding them.
Adjust the amount of red chilies to control the spiciness of the vindaloo marinade.
If the ribs are getting too dry during the oven cooking process, add a splash of water or broth to the baking sheet.
The mango salsa can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve the ribs with rice or naan bread to soak up the delicious vindaloo sauce.
Slow Cooker or Oven
Large Bowl
Small Bowl
Baking Sheet (for oven method)
Food Processor or Blender
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