Sticky grilled pork ribs

The secret to perfect BBQ ribs lies not in the time spent on the grill, but in the preparation. Pork ribs are a connective tissue-rich, fatty cut that needs time to become tender. In this recipe, we assume a quick, thin-cut technique (like Korean BBQ or 'flanken style') or pre-boiling due to the short cooking time, ensuring the marinade caramelises while the meat stays succulent.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 4 hrs 50 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 720 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Grill or griddle pan
  • Pastry brush for basting

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soya
⚠️ Mustard

Instructions

1

Mix the marinade ingredients: oil, soy sauce, honey, mustard, BBQ sauce, crushed garlic, and spices.

Tip: The honey and sugary BBQ sauce will be responsible for the sticky glaze on the meat (caramelisation).
2

Coat the meat and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours.

Tip: The salt and spices need this time to penetrate the meat fibres (osmosis and diffusion).
3

Preheat the grill to medium heat. Oil the grate.

Tip: If the grill is too hot, the sugary marinade will burn before the meat is cooked through.
4

Cook the meat for 5-8 minutes per side (depending on thickness), basting with the remaining marinade.

Tip: Basting layers the flavours and keeps the surface moist.
5

Remove from the grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tip: Resting allows the juices circulating in the meat to settle and redistribute, so the valuable juices don't run out when cutting.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the meat tough?
If you cook thick ribs whole for 30 minutes, they will remain tough. Cut them into thin slices or pre-boil the meat before putting it on the grill!

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Pork ribs (preferably thinly sliced or pre-cooked)
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 50 ml Honey
  • 30 ml Mustard
  • 100 ml Barbecue sauce
  • 50 ml Soy sauce
  • 30 ml Olive oil
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 0.5 tsp Chilli flakes