Pineapple Glazed Ribs: Sweet & Savory BBQ Bliss at Home

Enjoy sweet and savory Pineapple Glazed Ribs that will take your BBQ experience to the next level.

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Prep Time 1 30

Cook Time 2

Total Time 3 30

Servings: 6 ribs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ribs

6 lb Pork Baby Back Ribs Approximately 2 racks
1 Tbsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor

For the Marinade

1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness
4 cloves Garlic (finely minced) Or garlic powder
1/4 cup Olive Oil Or avocado oil
1/4 cup Cider Vinegar Or white vinegar
1/4 cup Cilantro Optional
1 Tbsp Chili Pepper (finely minced) Or any hot pepper

For the Glaze

1 cup Pineapple Juice No substitute recommended
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Omit for milder flavor
1/2 cup Mirin Or a mix of water and sugar
1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar

Equipment

Oven
food processor
Medium saucepan
Baking Sheet
parchment paper
Brush for Basting

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine the marinade ingredients and rub over the ribs. Refrigerate overnight for at least 8 hours.
Cook the glaze ingredients over medium heat for about 45 minutes to 1 hour until thickened.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet. Place ribs on the sheet, bone side down.
Roast ribs for about 2 hours, basting with glaze every 30 minutes.
Brush remaining glaze over ribs and broil for 3-5 minutes to caramelize.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Marinate longer for better flavor and use the Instant Pot for quicker cooking. Serve with coleslaw or cornbread.

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