Wagamama Gochujang Tamarind Pork Ribs

The Wagamama Gochujang Tamarind Pork Ribs are a bold and flavorful small-plate dish that blends sweet, spicy, and tangy notes. Slow-cooked tender pork ribs are coated in a rich, sticky sauce made with Korean gochujang chili paste and tangy tamarind, creating a deep umami flavor. Topped with crispy onions and fresh coriander cress, this dish delivers a delicious balance of heat, sweetness, and crunch in every bite. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a savory starter.

Price: £9.90

Ingredients

Tender pork ribs in a sticky gochujang tamarind sauce | crispy onions | coriander cress

Nutritional Information

The Wagamama gochujang tamarind pork ribs feature tender pork ribs coated in a sticky gochujang tamarind sauce, topped with crispy onions and fresh coriander cress for a balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavours. With its rich glaze and layered toppings, reviewing the nutritional information below helps you understand how this dish fits into your daily calorie and nutrient intake.

Values	Per Serving	Per 100 g
Per Unit	4	3
energy	2767 kJ / 599 kCal	953 kJ / 206 kCal
fat	36.20 g	12.50 g
Saturated Fat	11.30 g	3.90 g
Carbohydrates	35.50 g	12.20 g
of which sugars	26.60 g	9.20 g
Protein	30.70 g	10.60 g
Salt	3.60 g	1.20 g
Fibre	2.10 g	0.70 g
sodium	1.4 g	0.5 g

Allergens

Contains:
Sesame | Soya | Sulphites

May Contain Allergens

Cereals containing gluten (barley, wheat) | Crustaceans | Eggs | Fish | Molluscs

Adults and youth aged 13 and older typically require an average of 2,000 calories per day to meet their energy needs. Children between the ages of 4 and 12 generally need around 1,500 calories daily. However, these are only averages, and individual calorie needs may vary depending on various factors.

Extras Available

You can add a drink?

Coke (vg) (139 kcal) – £2.80
Diet Coke (vg) (1 kcal) – £2.80
Coke Zero (vg) (1 kcal) – £2.80

End on something sweet

Raspberry Snow Cake (v) (579 kcal) – £5.80
Chocolate Brownie (422 kcal) – £4.90
Lemon Yuzu Muffin (v) (452 kcal) – £4.50

For anyone who enjoys food that’s fresh, bold, and full of flavor, Wagamama is always worth a visit. Each dish is made with care, using high-quality ingredients that bring out the best in every bite. If you’re ready to explore more delicious options, check out Wagamama full menu and find your next favorite dish!

FAQs

Yes, Wagamama offers Gochujang Tamarind Pork Ribs as a starter or side dish on their main menu. They are a permanent menu item known for their sticky, sweet, and spicy glaze.

It is a starter dish at Wagamama consisting of tender pork ribs coated in a thick, sticky glaze made from gochujang (a Korean fermented red chili paste) and tamarind, which provides a balance of heat, sweetness, and tang. The ribs are typically served with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh red chilli, and often accompanied by a small portion of pickled radish to cut through the richness.

The Gochujang Tamarind Pork Ribs are priced at £9.90.

A single serving contains 599 kcal (2767 kJ).

A single serving contains 35.50 grams of carbohydrates, of which 26.60 grams are sugars.

Yes, they are widely considered one of the better starter options at Wagamama. Reviews consistently praise the balance of flavors—the ribs are noted for being fall-off-the-bone tender with a glaze that successfully combines the spicy, savory depth of gochujang with the sour-sweet brightness of tamarind. While they are sticky and can be messy to eat, they are frequently recommended for sharing or as a flavorful appetizer.

No, the Gochujang Tamarind Pork Ribs are not listed as gluten-free on the Wagamama allergen menu. The gochujang and tamarind sauce typically contain gluten ingredients such as soy sauce (wheat) or barley-based fermented components.

While officially listed as a starter, many guests order two portions to enjoy as a main course. Wagamama does not currently offer a larger “main” portion size of this specific dish.

Yes, the ribs are slow-cooked until the meat is very tender, meaning the meat typically pulls away from the bone easily with little effort, making them relatively easy to eat despite being a sticky dish.

Menu information on this site is sourced directly from official Wagamama menus only. Prices and availability may differ by location.