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Sticky honey garlic ribs arranged on a rustic wooden platter, glazed with a glossy garlic soy sauce and garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds

Best Ever Sticky Honey Garlic Ribs (Perfect for Father's Day BBQ)

Samantha
These Sticky Honey Garlic Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender with a sweet, savory glaze made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Baked or grilled to perfection, they’re perfect for Father’s Day, weekend cookouts, or any time you crave sticky, finger-licking ribs with bold flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, BBQ
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs:

  • 3 lbs pork ribs baby back or St. Louis-style
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: dry rub of paprika garlic powder, brown sugar

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional for aroma
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water for slurry

Garnish:

  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Ribs:
    - Remove the silver skin from the underside of the ribs for tenderness.
    - Pat ribs dry, rub with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and optional dry rub.
  • Make the Honey Garlic Marinade:
    - In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and sesame oil.
    - Set aside ½ cup of marinade for later.
  • Marinate the Ribs:
    - Place ribs in a zip-top bag or baking dish. Pour in remaining marinade.
    - Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Bake or Grill:
    Oven Method:
    - Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Wrap ribs in foil and place on a baking sheet.
    - Bake for 2 hours until tender. Unwrap and discard excess juices.
    Grill Method:
    - Set grill to medium-low with indirect heat. Grill ribs wrapped in foil for 1.5–2 hours.
    - Unwrap and grill over direct heat for 5–10 minutes to char.
  • Make the Sticky Glaze:
    - In a saucepan, heat reserved marinade. Stir in cornstarch slurry. Simmer until thickened.
    - Brush glaze onto ribs and broil or grill for 3–5 minutes until caramelized.
  • Serve and Garnish:
    - Rest ribs for 5 minutes. Slice between bones.
    - Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

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