These honey garlic ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender and bursting with rich flavors. The combination of sweet honey and savory garlic creates a sticky glaze that coats the succulent ribs perfectly. This recipe is perfect for BBQ parties or weeknight dinners when you want to impress your family or guests. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a mouthwatering dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds of baby back ribs
- 1 cup of honey
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of ketchup
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons of ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the ribs on a large baking sheet and generously brush both sides with the honey garlic mixture. Reserve some of the sauce for basting later.
- Grill the ribs for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are nicely browned and slightly charred.
- Lower the heat to medium-low or move the ribs to the cooler side of the grill. Brush the reserved sauce over the ribs and continue to cook for another 40-45 minutes, flipping and basting occasionally, until the ribs are tender and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Transfer the ribs to a cutting board and let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top for garnish.
- Slice the ribs between the bones and serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
Interesting Facts
Baby back ribs are the most tender and flavorful ribs, making them perfect for this recipe.
Grilling the ribs gives them a smoky flavor and caramelizes the honey garlic glaze, enhancing the taste.
Resting the ribs after cooking allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier and more flavorful meat.