Bac Thoa’s Filet Mignon

Makes 4 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30-40 minutes

YOU WILL NEED:

• Barbecue or a grill

INGREDIENTS:

• 1.5-2 lbs beef loin tenderloin / filet mignon
• 1/2 cup oyster sauce
• 1/2 tsp pineapple juice

STEPS:

1. Wash the filets in water and mix all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl just 15 minutes before cooking (aka once all your guests have arrived!)
2. Barbecue 2-inch thick slices for about 7 minutes each side. Use a fork to feel for a little bit of give to check for doneness.

Bac Thoa’s Asian-Style Baby Back Ribs

Makes 6 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45-60 minutes

YOU WILL NEED:

• Barbecue or a grill

INGREDIENTS:

• 3.5-4 lbs pork loin backribs (baby back ribs)
• 1/3 cup oyster sauce
• 1/4 cup finely chopped lemongrass
• 1 tsp pineapple juice
• 1/4 tsp minced garlic

STEPS:

1. Cut the ribs into pieces of 1 or 2 ribs each. Wash them in water and put clean ribs into a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the oyster sauce, lemongrass, pineapple juice, and garlic to the bowl. Mix all the ingredients together, ensuring each rib is coated with the marinade.
3. Let pork marinate for at least an hour before cooking. (Beef can marinate for only 15 minutes.)
4. Barbecue until all the sides are cooked and browned, with slight charring.