How to Make Easy Grilled Sticky Ribs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's just something about grilled ribs that can turn an ordinary meal into a special occasion. The smoky flavor, the tender meat, and the sticky, sweet glaze all come together to create a dish that truly stands out. And while ribs might seem like something best left to the professionals, the truth is that with the right recipe and a little bit of patience, anyone can make amazing grilled ribs at home. This recipe for Easy Grilled Sticky Ribs is the perfect place to start for anyone looking...

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Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 4 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 racks baby back pork ribs
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Chill Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 4

  • Gather all the ingredients and preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Mix salt, sugar, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for dry rub together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Line a large sheet pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place rack of ribs on the prepared pan, bone side down. Poke all over with a sharp knife. Make shallow slits across at an angle, and then repeat the opposite way; this allows the dry rub to penetrate. Transfer to the center of the preheated oven and bake for 2 hours. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until cold and firm, at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Coat on both sides with rub; flip back over, ensuring the bone side is down. Wrap tightly with foil.
  • Preheat a charcoal grill until coals are very ashy and hot.
  • Remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and brush off excess fat. Slice between the bones to separate each rib.
  • Combine ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and cayenne with a spoon in a bowl for glaze.
  • Place ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 2 minutes; flip and brush over glaze. Flip and repeat process until ribs are as caramelized as you prefer, about 10 minutes more.
  • Remove to a plate and brush over one more application of glaze.
  • Serve and enjoy.
  • Nutrition

    890 cal.

    • Total Fat: 59g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 255mg
    • Sodium: 2892mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 66g
    • Potassium: 933mg