The Best Honey Glazed Pork Ribs Recipe
I know there are a lot of incredibly talented pit masters out there who have perfected the art of pork ribs. I won’t try to claim any of their spots! While I love to sit down and enjoy those drool-worthy creations, I strive to create something equally as delicious with a fraction of the steps. It doesn’t take a full day of special equipment to make fantastic ribs! Basted every 20 minutes with that sweet and smoky glaze, each bite will give you tender meat coated in a perfectly caramelized sauce. Just look at them! You can’t tell me they don’t look like a ton of love went into those racks. In reality, I whipped these up in just 2 simple steps.
Sweetness – I used both honey and brown sugar to get my perfect caramelization. Olive oil – Sunflower, safflower, canola, vegetable, grapeseed, or avocado oils will work instead. Lemon juice – Freshly squeezed. Salt & pepper – Season to taste. Garlic – Use as much or little as you like, the more the better though. Paprika – Smoked, sweet or regular. Oregano – Other dried herbs like basil or rosemary will work too. Mustard – I used regular yellow mustard, however you can use Dijon instead. Sriracha – Or your favorite type of hot sauce. Liquid smoke – Hickory smoke powder, smoked paprika, or chipotle powder can be used instead. Ribs – 2 or 3 racks of pork ribs! Make sure to remove the membrane or silverskin from the bottom side of the ribs.
What to serve with pork ribs
When I’m craving ribs, I also crave some classic BBQ sides. Whether you’ve made them in the oven or on a grill, you need to serve up some of these fantastic sides between bites of tender, flavorful meat:
Baked Mac and Cheese Macaroni Salad Classic Potato Salad Spring Potato Salad Instant Pot Baked Beans Mexican Street Corn Salad KFC Coleslaw
How To Store Leftovers
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or large freezer bag. You may have to cut the ribs so that they’ll fit nicely. The ribs will last 3-4 days in the fridge. You can reheat in the microwave for time’s sake, but the best way to reheat the ribs without drying them out is in the oven.
Can I Freeze Ribs?
While these ribs are best enjoyed fresh, you can absolutely freeze leftovers for later enjoyment. Once completely cooled down to room temperature, transfer the ribs to an airtight container or sealable freezer bag. They will last 2-3 months frozen. To reheat, allow the ribs to fully thaw overnight in your fridge before following the steps detailed in the section above. When the ribs have an opportunity to thaw out, this will ensure your ribs will reheat evenly without drying out.
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