Honey Garlic Ribs are a sweet, savory, and sticky comfort food that’s perfect for dinner or a weekend treat. Here’s a simple way to make them:
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 2 lbs pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a slight kick)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the ribs
- Remove the silver membrane from the back of the ribs.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Make the honey garlic sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, ginger, and chili flakes if using.
- Cook the ribs
Oven method:- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Place ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Cover with foil.
- Bake for 2–2.5 hours, until tender.
Crockpot method:
- Place ribs in the slow cooker, pour sauce over them.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Caramelize the sauce
- If baked: Remove foil, brush more sauce, and broil 3–5 minutes to get a sticky, caramelized finish.
- If crockpot: After cooking, brush with extra sauce and broil in oven 3–5 minutes for a crispy glaze.
- Serve
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Pair with rice, roasted veggies, or a simple salad.
If you want, I can also give a trick to make the ribs extra sticky and finger-licking perfect, like a restaurant-style glaze that clings without burning. Do you want me to share that?
