Air Fryer Riblets – Tender, Crispy, and Flavorful

These air fryer riblets come out tender and crispy thanks to a flavorful soy-based marinade infused with garlic and Shaoxing wine. Cooked quickly in the air fryer, they are perfect for a delicious, fuss-free meal or snack. Serve with a tangy dipping sauce for an added kick.

Ingredients

• For the Riblets
• 1 lb pork riblets, cut into single pieces with bones
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• 1½ tablespoons sugar
• 5 to 8 large garlic cloves, halved
• For the Dipping Sauce
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
• 2 teaspoons Thai dried red chili flakes
• 2 teaspoons toasted rice powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• ½ lime juice

Directions

1. Combine marinade ingredients for riblets in a bowl and whisk until sugar dissolves. Add riblets and garlic cloves, marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Preheat air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
3. Place riblets and garlic cloves in the air fryer basket, avoiding excess marinade liquid.
4. Air fry for 6 minutes, shake basket, then cook 6 more minutes until nicely browned and cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, mix all dipping sauce ingredients in a bowl.
6. Serve riblets on a bed of green onion or fresh greens with dipping sauce on the side.