Name: Carolina Style Ribs with Sichuan Peppercorn Recipe
Yield: makes 1 rack of ribs
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Sichuan chili flakes; 1/2 teaspoon whole Sichuan peppercorn, toasted; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon whole cloves; 1/8 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed; 1/8 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed; 1 rack pork back ribs; 2 tablespoons neutral oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons black Chinese vinegar; 2 tablespoons Sichuan chili flakes; 1/4 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns, or to taste; 1 star anise; 1 bay leaf; salt and freshly ground pepper; sliced red onions; sliced cucumbers; cilantro; extra Sichuan peppercorns, lightly toasted, optional