These ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic glaze. Perfect for a family dinner or a weekend barbecue.
Ingredients:
- For the Ribs:
- 2-3 pounds pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons of ketchup
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, grated.
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water (slurry)
- Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish.
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ribs:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs (if present). This helps the ribs become more tender.
- In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
- Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Bake the Ribs:
- Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 2-2.5 hours, or until the ribs are very tender.
- Prepare the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cornstarch slurry, and stir constantly until the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat.
- Glaze and Finish:
- Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the oven and discard the foil.
- Brush the ribs generously with the honey garlic glaze.
- Turn the oven broiler on.
- Place the ribs back in the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve:
- Cut the ribs into individual portions.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!