Grilled Soy Sticky Spare Ribs

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Cut: Ribs
Servings: 4
Calories: 780kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs pork spare ribs membrane removed (about 1 rack) ​
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar ​
  • 1 tsp garlic powder ​
  • 1 tsp paprika ​
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper ​
  • ½ cup honey ​
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce ​
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar ​
  • 2 Tbsp scallions optional ​
  • 1 tsp black sesame seeds optional

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to 250°F, with an indirect heating location – if using a gas grill, only light half of the burners; if using a charcoal grill, move hot coals to one side of the grill. ​
  • In a baking tray place a large piece of aluminum foil and top with parchment paper. Place ribs, meat side down, onto parchment. ​
  • In a small bowl combine sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle over all sides of ribs, rubbing into meat to ensure good penetration. Wrap parchment and foil around ribs creating a tight packet. ​
  • Place foil wrapped ribs onto the indirect heat section of the grill, meat-side down, and close the lid. Grill for 1 ½ - 2 hours, until ribs reach an internal temperature of around 195°F. Remove from grill and allow to cool slightly. ​
  • While ribs are cooking, prepare glaze by combining honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small saucepot. Place over medium heat and reduce by half. Set aside. ​
  • Increase grill temp to 350-400°F. Unwrap ribs and brush on both sides with glaze. Place on direct heat section of grill and grill on both sides, brushing with glaze 1-2 more times, until caramelized. Reserve remaining glaze. ​
  • Remove ribs from grill and cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting. Drizzle with remaining glaze and toss to coat. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds if desired. ​
  • *Whole muscle pork cuts are safe to eat when cooked to 145 degrees and allowed to rest for 3 minutes.​

Nutrition

Calories: 780kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 37g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 960mg
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