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Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs

Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs That Wow Every Guest

Enjoy the irresistible flavor of Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs, a crowd-pleaser that combines sweet and spicy for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 racks Baby Back Ribs Approximately 4-5 lbs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Honey Maple syrup can be substituted
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Seeds removed for less heat
  • 1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for extra heat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Smoker
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Remove the thin membrane from the back of each rack of baby back ribs and pat them dry. Rub olive oil all over the ribs and mix kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl. Sprinkle generously over the ribs.
  2. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Arrange the ribs bone-side down on a foil-lined baking sheet, cover with foil, and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender. For smoking, preheat to 225°F (107°C) and smoke for 5-6 hours, misting with apple juice every hour.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, diced jalapeños, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, then stir in butter until melted.
  4. Once ribs are tender, remove from heat and brush the glaze over them. Broil on high for 3-5 minutes or grill until bubbly and slightly charred.
  5. Let the ribs rest for about 5 minutes, then slice between the bones, serving warm with remaining glaze drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rackCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cook low and slow. Adjust spice levels by removing jalapeño seeds or adding more crushed red pepper flakes. Allow ribs to rest before serving for maximum juiciness.

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