Hawaiian BBQ Spare Ribs Recipe
Discover the ultimate Hawaiian BBQ experience with our mouthwatering Spare Ribs recipe. These succulent ribs are marinated, grilled to perfection, and slathered in a rich, smoky-sweet sauce that captures the essence of island flavors.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- For the Ribs:
- 2 racks of pork spare ribs about 4-5 pounds
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Marinade:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- For the BBQ Sauce:
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke optional, for extra smokiness
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ribs: In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over both sides of the spare ribs. Place the ribs in a large resealable plastic bag.
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Pour the marinade over the ribs in the bag, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
- Prep the BBQ Sauce: In another bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and liquid smoke (if using). Season with salt and black pepper. This will be your smoky-sweet BBQ sauce.
- Grill the Ribs: Preheat your grill to medium heat. Remove the ribs from the marinade and let excess drip off. Grill the ribs, bone side down, for about 1.5 to 2 hours, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Apply BBQ Sauce: During the last 15-20 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs generously with the prepared BBQ sauce, turning and basting frequently. This will create a luscious glaze.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the ribs are tender and the sauce has caramelized, remove them from the grill. Let them rest for a few minutes before cutting into individual ribs. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side and relish the delectable taste of Hawaiian BBQ Spare Ribs.
Notes
Recipe Tips:
Marinating Magic: Longer marinating time enhances flavor. Overnight marination is highly recommended.
Grill Mastery: Maintain medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
Sauce Sensation: Baste frequently for that irresistible sticky-sweet glaze.
Serving Delight: Pair with grilled pineapple slices and coleslaw for a complete Hawaiian feast.
Sauce Sensation: Baste frequently for that irresistible sticky-sweet glaze.
Serving Delight: Pair with grilled pineapple slices and coleslaw for a complete Hawaiian feast.