Hawaiian Ribs
Get ready to savor the tropical flavors of these melt-in-your-mouth Hawaiian Ribs, a dish that combines tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs with a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze. Slowly baked to perfection and finished with a caramelized coating of pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger, these ribs are the ultimate flavor-packed centerpiece for any gathering. The homemade glaze, thickened with cornstarch, delivers just the right balance of sweetness and zest, while garnishes of chopped scallions and sesame seeds add a fresh and nutty finishing touch. Perfect for pairing with steamed rice or a crisp green salad, these oven-baked Hawaiian Ribs bring a taste of the tropics straight to your table. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a dinner recipe to wow your family, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork ribs
- 1.5 cups pineapple juice
- 0.5 cups soy sauce
- 0.25 cups honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 0.5 cups ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if it hasn’t been removed already. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and season them evenly with salt and black pepper.
Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet meat-side up. Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the Hawaiian glaze: In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the saucepan and continue to cook the glaze for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
After 2.5 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil (be cautious of the hot steam). Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Brush a generous amount of the Hawaiian glaze over the ribs and return them to the oven without the foil. Bake for an additional 20 minutes, brushing with more glaze halfway through, until the ribs are caramelized and slightly charred.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve warm with extra glaze on the side for dipping, and enjoy your delicious Hawaiian Ribs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.1 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 303 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 2045 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 64.9 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
