Indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of Honey Garlic Ribs that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. This recipe combines tender, succulent pork ribs with a luscious honey garlic glaze that caramelizes beautifully during cooking. Perfect for family gatherings, barbecues, or a cozy dinner at home, these ribs are a surefire way to elevate your culinary skills. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
For the Ribs:
- 2 pounds pork baby back ribs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (if using cornstarch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ribs:
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Rinse the ribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs for better flavor absorption.
- Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Bake the Ribs:
- Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Cover the ribs tightly with another piece of foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are tender and the meat is pulling away from the bones.
- Make the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- While the ribs are baking, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it into the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Glaze the Ribs:
- Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and discard the top layer of foil.
- Preheat your grill (or use a broiler) to medium-high heat.
- Brush a generous amount of the honey garlic glaze over the ribs, reserving some for later.
- Place the ribs on the grill or under the broiler, cooking for about 5-10 minutes on each side, basting with the reserved glaze and watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve:
- Once caramelized and slightly charred, remove the ribs from the heat. Let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the Honey Garlic Ribs with additional glaze on the side and enjoy!