In the realm of succulent and flavorful dishes, Greek-style baby back ribs stand tall as a culinary masterpiece, tantalizing taste buds with their unique blend of spices and herbs. These tender ribs, carefully marinated and slow-cooked to perfection, embody the essence of Greek cuisine, where bold flavors and aromatic ingredients unite to create a symphony of taste. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a novice cook seeking a mouthwatering dish to impress your guests, this article will guide you through the delectable adventure of preparing Greek-style baby back ribs, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SMOKED PORK RIBS
If you don't own a smoker, this is a great way to do ribs on the grill. I first saw this technique done by Adam Perry Lang, who is not only a great barbecue chef but a great all-around chef. In fact, he knows more about meat than practically anybody I've met. For this recipe I use pork spareribs, but the technique works just as well with lamb ribs too, though cook times will vary. Feel free to substitute your favorite BBQ sauce.
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Mix to combine all the rub ingredients. Moisten the ribs with lemon juice and then coat all sides with the rub, making sure to distribute evenly.
- Arrange the grill or smoker for indirect heating so the ribs will not be directly over the heat source. Using low heat and applewood chips (about half a pound), place ribs on cool part of the grill, wrap in foil, make a few incisions in the foil and smoke for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, whisk together all glaze ingredients.
- After 1 hour, pour a third of the glaze on top of the ribs and seal tightly in the foil, being careful not to tear it. Do the same with remaining racks. Return ribs to the grill and cook meat-side down for 30 minutes, maintaining low heat. Occasionally check the grill to make sure it remains low. After 30 minutes, flip the foil bundles and continue cooking.
- After 1 hour of cooking, remove the ribs from the grill and let rest in the foil for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, raise grill heat to medium-high. Cut the lemon in half and grill flesh-side down until nicely marked and slightly soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
- When done resting, remove the ribs from the foil and place on the grill meat-side down and cook for 4 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove the ribs from the grill and garnish with the grilled lemon, sea salt, oregano and extra virgin olive oil and a little drizzle of honey.
FOOLPROOF RIBS WITH BARBECUE SAUCE
Ina Garten's secret to perfect grilled ribs: Cook them in the oven first! "There are two great benefits of this method. First, instead of fussing with the heat of the coals, all I have to do is put the ribs in the oven, set a timer and forget about them. Second (and even better): I can make them ahead! Early in the day, I'll roast the ribs, and just before serving, I'll fire up the grill and barbecue them. All the fun of cooking outdoors and I never need to call 911!"
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 2h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- Place the ribs on the sheet pan meat-side up and sprinkle them with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour the barbecue sauce generously on each rack and cover the ribs loosely with aluminum foil. Bake for 1 1/2 hours for baby backs and 1 3/4 hours for St. Louis ribs, until the meat is very tender when tested with a fork. As soon as the ribs are out of the oven, spread them generously with additional barbecue sauce. Grill right away or refrigerate to grill later.
- About 40 minutes before you want to serve, heat a charcoal grill with a layer of hot coals or heat a gas grill to medium-high heat. After the charcoal turns gray, brush the cooking grate with oil to keep the ribs from sticking. Place the ribs on the grill ribs-side down, put the lid on top (be sure both vents are open!) and grill for 5 minutes. Turn the ribs meat-side down, put the lid back on and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes, until nicely browned. Place on a cutting board and cover tightly with aluminum foil and allow the ribs to rest for 10 minutes. Cut into ribs and serve hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over low heat, add the onions and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not browned. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute. Add the tomato paste, vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, chili powder, cumin and pepper flakes.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Use immediately or pour into a container and refrigerate for several weeks.
THAI-STYLE BABY BACK RIBS
Pork ribs are often found under layers and layers of sauce and seasoning. In this recipe, stripped down to tropical-climate easiness, the ribs are grilled after being sprinkled generously with salt and pepper, not marinated or spice-rubbed. The infusing of the flavors - fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, jalapeños, ginger, garlic and lemon grass - comes after the cooking is done. It's pretty neat how good that tastes. The recipe makes three or four entrée servings, but it also makes a good appetizer for six to eight.
Provided by John Willoughby And Chris Schlesinger
Categories dinner, main course
Time 40m
Yield 3 to 4 entrée servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Build a fire in your grill; when the coals are all covered with gray ash and the temperature is medium-low (you can hold your hand 5 inches above the coals for 7 seconds), you're ready to cook. (For a gas grill, turn all burners to high, lower cover and heat for 15 minutes, then turn burners to medium-low.)
- Sprinkle the ribs generously with salt and pepper, place them on the grill directly over the coals, and cook until a peek inside shows that the meat no longer has any pink at the center, about 10 to 12 minutes per side.
- When the rib racks come off the grill, cut them into individual ribs and place in a large bowl. Add all the remaining ingredients, toss to coat, season with more salt and pepper if needed, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1245, UnsaturatedFat 51 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 88 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 105 grams, SaturatedFat 31 grams, Sodium 2756 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 1 gram
GREEK RIBS
Best Greek ribs. Nice and garlicky but not overpowering.
Provided by Neil
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 5h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine baby back ribs, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Turn to ensure ribs are well coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, 4 to 8 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; grease with cooking spray.
- Arrange ribs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Continue baking until ribs are tender, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 38.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 421.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
GREEK STYLE BABY BACK RIBS
Steps:
- Finely mince all the fresh herbs and the garlic. (I use a mini-food processor which turns it all into a sort of poultice together.) Mix in the salt, pepper, olive oil and half the white wine vinegar. Use a spoon to spread the herb mix on both sides of the ribs. Lay the ribs meat side down on the aluminum and fold the sides of the foil up to let the ribs brine inside. Pour the remaining vinegar (or more) into the aluminum container and cover the ribs loosely. Allow the ribs to brine for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Cooking is a two-step process of slow, low-heat. Keep the ribs in their aluminum and lay them on a large baking tray that will catch any vinegar that spills out. Bake them for 2 hours at 200 degrees. Then remove the ribs from the aluminum foil and transfer them to the grill, also at 200 degrees. Turn the ribs every 15 minutes for 1 hour, and raise the temperature to 250-275 for the last 20 minutes to get a good crust. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on ribs before serving.
SLOW COOKER BABY BACK RIBS
These baby back ribs cooked in a crockpot are the best I've had, short of the actual grilling method of course! This is a very simple recipe that I came up with a few years ago. It's not rocket science, just ribs cooked in the slow cooker and finished with barbeque sauce in the oven. This is what I do when I want ribs during the week and have to work all day. I'm eating them within 30 minutes of getting home, and they turn out perfect every time!
Provided by norah
Categories Pork Baby Back Ribs
Time 4h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Season ribs with salt and pepper.
- Pour 1/2 cup water into the slow cooker, then add ribs. Scatter onion and garlic over top.
- Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
- When the ribs are almost finished, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Transfer ribs from the slow cooker to a baking sheet and coat with barbeque sauce. Discard onion and garlic.
- Bake ribs in the preheated oven until sauce caramelizes and sticks to meat, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1067.4 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
GREEK-STYLE RIBEYE STEAKS
Because our children are grown, I often cook for just my husband and me. When I want to serve something special, this is the entree I usually reach for. Seasonings, black olives and feta cheese give steak great flavor. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; rub onto both sides of steaks. In a large skillet, cook steaks in oil for 7-9 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Sprinkle with lemon juice, cheese and olives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1084 calories, Fat 80g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 271mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 82g protein.
BANH MI BABY BACK RIBS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place ribs in a large roasting pan. Remove papery outer skin from garlic bulbs, but do not peel or separate the cloves. Cut off top of garlic bulbs, exposing individual cloves; add to roasting pan. Add orange; cover pan with heavy-duty foil and seal tightly. Bake until tender, 2 to 2-1/2 hours, brushing with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce halfway through cooking., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar and water. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat; cook until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Let cool completely. Place carrots, radishes and green onions in a bowl; add brine. Refrigerate until serving., Prepare grill for medium direct heat. Carefully remove ribs from roasting pan; discard garlic and orange. Place ribs on grill rack; brush with some of the remaining 1/2 cup barbecue sauce. Grill, covered, over medium heat until browned, 15-20 minutes, turning and brushing occasionally with sauce. Cut into serving size portions. Serve with pickled vegetables, toppings and remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 718 calories, Fat 50g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 1499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 45g protein.
GREEK RIBS
Cleaning out stacks of old magazines and want to save this from Cdn Living Dec 1997. Cook time does not include 8 to 24 hour marinade time.
Provided by karen in tbay
Categories Meat
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut pork into individual ribs, trimming off fat.
- In small bowl, whisk together lemon rind and juice,onion,oregano,oil,honey,garlic powder,salt and pepper; pour into large plastic bag.
- Add pork ribs, turning to coat; seal bag tightly.
- Refrigerate, turning bag occasionally, for at least 8 hours or for up to 24 hours.
- Arrange ribs on rack in large foil-lined roasting pan; pour marinade all over ribs.
- Roast in 400F oven for 10 mins.
- Reduce oven temp to 375F; roast, turning once and basting occasionally with marinade, for 1 hour or until meat is tender enough to almost fall off bone.
Tips:
- To make the ribs extra tender, marinate them overnight in the refrigerator.
- If you don't have a smoker, you can bake the ribs in the oven at 300°F for 2-3 hours, or until they are tender.
- Baste the ribs with the marinade every 30 minutes or so to keep them moist.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the ribs are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Let the ribs rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Greek-style baby back ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a simple marinade and a few hours of cooking, you can create a meal that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these ribs a try. You won't be disappointed.
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