Best 5 Key West Ribs Recipes

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Key West ribs are a popular dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with pork ribs that are seasoned with a variety of spices and then grilled or roasted. The ribs are often served with a barbecue sauce and can be accompanied by a variety of side dishes, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT4h15m

Yield 4 large/8 small portions

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 slabs pork spare ribs, 3 pounds each
Kansas City Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup dry mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (about 2/3 cup)small onion, finely diced
3 cups water
1 cup (2 (6-ounce) cans) tomato paste
1/2 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the thin white membrane off of the bone-side of the ribs. Mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Massage the rub into the ribs and let sit for 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • If cooking on the grill, place the ribs meat-side down next to medium-hot coals that are about 225 degrees F. The indirect heat will cook them slower, making them tender. Allow to cook for 1 hour. Turn ribs every half hour and baste with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • If cooking indoors, place in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. In a preheated 350 degrees F. oven, place the ribs, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes and removing the foil for the last 30 minutes and cooking until fork tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • In a small sauce pot on medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the onion, cooking until translucent.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Add to sauce pan and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Use to baste the pork spare ribs.
  • 3 cups

KEY WEST RIBS



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Make and share this Key West Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Pork

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 lbs country-style pork ribs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Place ribs in 3 1/2 to 4 quart slow cooker, in small bowl combine all remaining ingredients, mix well, pour over ribs. Cover, cook on low setting for 7-9 hours. Spoon sauce over ribs.

KEY WEST CHICKEN



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This recipe from the Florida Keys has been given to almost everyone I know. It is the best marinade for chicken, and it only takes 30 minutes from prep till you can grill! It's a great blend of flavors with honey, soy sauce, and lime juice. If you have time, try marinating overnight for the fullest flavor.

Provided by TINA B

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a shallow container, blend soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, and garlic. Place chicken breast halves into the mixture, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade, and grill chicken 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 735.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

KANSAS CITY-STYLE RIBS



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Our family recipe for ribs has evolved to near perfection. These country-style beauties are a legend in our close circle. -Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons each garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika
1-1/4 teaspoons each ground cumin, coarsely ground pepper and cayenne pepper
12 bone-in country-style pork ribs (about 7 pounds)
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and seasonings; sprinkle over ribs. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., For sauce, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 5-6 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Wrap ribs in a large piece of heavy-duty foil; seal edges of foil. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat until ribs are tender, 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hours., Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place ribs over direct medium heat; baste with some of the sauce. Grill, covered, until browned, 8-10 minutes, turning and basting occasionally with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

RIBS RECIPE



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Provided by lisajesselson

Number Of Ingredients 42

brine
2 cups warm water
2 cups light beer
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 Tbs. kosher salt
3 Tbs. olive oil
3 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 jumbo size resealable plastic bag
2 racks baby back ribs (about 4 lbs.)
first rub
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 Tbs. savory
1 Tbs. granulated garlic
1 Tbs. sweet paprika
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
1 cup yellow mustard
disposable 11x8" baking pan
2 cups wood chips soaked 1 Hr.
vegetable oil
second rub
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. dry mustard
Key west bbq sauce
3 cups ketchup
2 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup mango juice or nectar
3/4 cup fresh or frozen passion fruit juice blend
3/4 cup orange juice
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup golden syrup
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup grapefruit juice
1/4 cup finely grated onion
1 1/2 Tbs. dry mustard
1 1/2 tsp. ground white pepper
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. cumin
2 Tbs plus 2 Tsp. cornstarch

Steps:

  • for brine: stir first 7 ingredients in bowl until sugar and salt dissolve pour into plastic bag add ribs seal and chill overnight, turning occasionally for first rub: mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl to blend remove ribs from brine, pat dry coat with yellow mustard sprinkle brown sugar mix over, let stand at room temp. 1 hr. place disposable baking pan in center of grill or on one side if using a 2 burner grill add enough water to reach 1" preheat bbq over med-low heat on one side of grill (opp.) drain chips place on half of a 12x12" sheet of foil fold over chips, crimp edges poke several holes in top of packet place packet on flame brush grill rack with oil replace place ribs on rack over aluminum pan, meat up cover grill and cook until tender and meat ulls away 1/4" turn and roatate every 1/2 hr. for 1 1/2 hrs. bbq sauce: whisk all together except cornstarch in large heavy saucepan transfer 1/4 cup mix to samll bowl add cornstarch, whisk till dissolved whisk into rest of juice mix cook over med-high until boiling, stir constantly boil 1 min. stir constantly serve warm or room temp. for second rub: mix first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend place 18x30" of heavy duty foil on work surface top with second sheet transfer ribs to foil meat side up sprinkle top with second rub tent ribs with another sheet of foil, crimp edges return ribs to grill cover grill, cook 15 min. remove top layer of foil close bbq, cook until sugar caramelizes about 15 min. cut slabs between bones serve with sauce

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Ribs: Select high-quality pork ribs, such as baby back or spare ribs, with good marbling for extra flavor and tenderness.
  • Proper Seasoning: Generously season the ribs with a flavorful rub before cooking. Experiment with different spice blends to create your own unique taste.
  • Low and Slow Cooking: Cook the ribs low and slow for maximum tenderness and fall-off-the-bone texture. The ideal temperature range is between 225°F (107°C) and 250°F (121°C).
  • Basting: Baste the ribs periodically during cooking with a flavorful liquid, such as apple juice, beer, or barbecue sauce, to keep them moist and prevent drying out.
  • Resting Time: After cooking, let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more succulent and flavorful experience.

Conclusion:

Achieving perfectly cooked Key West ribs is a delightful culinary journey that requires patience, attention to detail, and a passion for creating mouthwatering dishes. By following the tips and techniques outlined in this article, you can master the art of slow-cooking ribs and impress your friends and family with a tender, flavorful, and unforgettable dining experience. Whether you prefer a traditional or a more adventurous approach, the recipes presented here offer a diverse range of options to suit every taste and occasion. So, fire up your grill, smoker, or oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

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