Best 12 Sweet N Spicy Ribs Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, where taste buds embark on a savory adventure, the pursuit of the perfect sweet and spicy ribs recipe stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of flavors. These delectable morsels, often the centerpiece of backyard barbecues and festive gatherings, tantalize the palate with their tender texture, caramelized glaze, and symphony of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Whether you favor a classic preparation or a more adventurous twist, this article will guide you through the intricacies of crafting the ultimate sweet and spicy ribs, transforming your kitchen into a veritable theater of culinary artistry.

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SWEET-AND-SPICY BABY BACK RIBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
3 1-pound racks baby back pork ribs
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup lager-style beer
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder
1 cup Thai sweet chile sauce (such as Mae Ploy)
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Put the ribs meat-side down on a cutting board. Insert a paring knife between the membrane and the bones on one end of each rack, then loosen the membrane and pull it off. Rub the ribs with the lemon juice and sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Place the ribs bone-side down in a large roasting pan, then add the beer. Cover tightly with foil, transfer to the oven and roast until the meat pulls away from the bone, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly golden, about 2 minutes. Add the chile powder and cook 1 minute. Stir in the chile sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and reduced by half, about 40 minutes. Remove the ribs from the oven; increase the temperature to 400 degrees F. Uncover the pan; carefully pour out the cooking liquid. Stir 1/4 cup cooking liquid into the sauce, then discard the rest of the liquid. Generously brush the ribs with the sauce. Return the pan to the oven and continue roasting, uncovered, until the ribs are golden brown and tender, about 35 minutes. Transfer the ribs to a cutting board and slice, then return to the roasting pan. Pour the remaining sauce on top and toss. Photograph by Anna Williams

SWEET FIRE RIB RUB



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Also goes very good on some chicken, tri-tip steaks, or pretty much anything BBQ. I do a lot of smoked foods, and it's perfect.

Provided by SmokinMeats

Time 5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup smoked paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix brown sugar, white sugar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt together in a bowl. Store in a sealable container in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.9 calories, Carbohydrate 82 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 2369 mg, Sugar 71.7 g

MOM'S 'SWEET 'N' SOURS' PORK RIBS



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My Mom's longtime recipe that she learned from my grandmother who has long passed on. Combines soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, garlic, as well as a few other simple ingredients to make a delicious sauce for sweet and sour cut ribs. Great over rice! Some say rice and this sauce is their favorite food! A Lechner family tradition!

Provided by HOWITZER

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Spare Ribs

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups water
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup vinegar
2 pounds pork spareribs, cut into bite size pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the sugar, flour, salt, pepper, and mustard. Stir in the water, soy sauce, and vinegar.
  • Place the ribs in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, cook 10 minutes, and drain.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and brown the ribs on all sides. Mix in the sauce mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes. Mix in the garlic, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 2481.6 mg, Sugar 50.5 g

SWEET-AND-SPICY FALL-OFF-THE-BONE RIBS



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Sriracha hot sauce and brown sugar are the namesake spicy and sweet behind these succulent ribs. Be sure to have plenty of extra napkins on hand!

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 to 2 1/2 lb pork baby back ribs
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 275°F. Place ribs meat side down on cutting board. Locate thin membrane covering rack. This membrane can be tough when cooked. To remove, use knife to gently slide under membrane then using fingers, pull membrane away from bones. If slippery or difficult to remove, use kitchen towel to take hold of membrane and pull.
  • Season both sides of ribs with salt and pepper; place in large roasting pan. (It may be necessary to cut ribs in half in order for them to fit into pan). Cover with 2 sheets of foil.
  • Roast 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours or until pork falls easily from bones.
  • To make barbecue sauce, in 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent. Stir in cumin. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Sriracha sauce and vinegar; stir to combine. Season sauce with salt. Cook 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Remove ribs from oven; uncover. Generously brush both sides of ribs with barbecue sauce.
  • Move oven rack to top rack position in oven; set oven control to broil. Broil ribs 3 to 4 minutes or just until sauce begins to caramelize.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SWEET-AND-SPICY RIBS



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Provided by Carla Lalli Music

Categories     Kid-Friendly     Pork Rib     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/4 cup smoked paprika
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more
2 St. Louis-style pork ribs (3-4 pounds each)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
Vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine brown sugar, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and 3 tablespoons salt in a small bowl; set aside 1/4 cup spice mixture.
  • Pat ribs dry with paper towels and rub with remaining spice mixture, massaging into crevices. Wrap each rack in a double layer of foil, crimping edges to seal tightly. Place each foil packet on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until meat is fork-tender at the thickest part but not falling off the bone, 2-3 hours. Let cool.
  • Tear open a corner of each foil packet and carefully pour juices from ribs into a large heatproof measuring cup. Let juices settle, then spoon fat from surface and discard.
  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium, stirring often, until it foams, then browns (do not burn), 5-8 minutes. Add juices from ribs and 1/4 cup reserved spice mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook until reduced by one-third, 15-20 minutes. Remove sauce from heat, add vinegar, and season with salt.
  • Prepare grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove ribs from foil and grill, basting with sauce and turning occasionally, until charred in spots, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes. Slice between ribs and serve with remaining sauce.
  • Do Ahead
  • Ribs can be baked 1 day ahead; let cool in foil, then chill. Bring to room temperature before grilling. Sauce can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Reheat over low.

SWEET AND SPICY BBQ RIBS



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Experience the delicious flavor of our Sweet and Spicy BBQ Ribs. These Sweet and Spicy BBQ Ribs include brown sugar, honey sauce and a dash of red pepper.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h15m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/2 cup KRAFT Hickory Smoke Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tsp. honey
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 lb. pork spareribs
2 Tbsp. barbecue rub seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200ºF.
  • Mix first 5 ingredients until blended; reserve 1/2 cup sauce.
  • Place ribs, meat-sides up, in single layer in shallow pan; rub with barbecue rub seasoning. Brush with reserved sauce; cover.
  • Bake 2 hours; brush with remaining sauce. Bake, covered, 2 hours or until ribs are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 36 g, Protein 26 g

SWEET 'N' SOUR RIBS



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If you're looking for a change from typical barbecue ribs, you'll enjoy this recipe my mom always prepared on birthdays and special occasions. The tender ribs have a slight sweet-and-sour taste that my family loves. I usually serve them with garlic mashed potatoes and a salad or coleslaw. -Dorothy Voelz, Champaign, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced green pepper
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Place ribs in an ungreased 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the next 11 ingredients; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours., To make sauce, transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with ribs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY RIBS WITH CILANTRO AND CUCUMBER



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These ribs are a treat to put together, since everything cooks in one pan until the sauce becomes a sticky glaze and the ribs turn soft and tender. Some roasted potatoes or a potato salad would do well here if you're serving this as part of a larger spread. Not to be confused with mango chutney, hot mango pickle is a traditional jarred condiment made by preserving mangoes and a variety of hot spices. It's used most commonly in South Asia, and provides the sour and spicy qualities that give these ribs that special oomph of flavor. You can find it in the international section of many supermarkets or in other specialty markets.

Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi

Categories     dinner, meat, roasts, main course

Time 3h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup/40 grams peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger (from a fat 2-inch knob)
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped, seeds and all
1 1/4 cups/300 milliliters pomegranate juice
3/4 packed cup/30 grams roughly chopped fresh cilantro (fresh coriander)
1/3 packed cup/75 grams light brown sugar
1/3 cup/75 grams hot mango pickle, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds, roughly crushed using a mortar and pestle
2 1/4 pounds/1 kilogram baby back ribs (pork loin ribs), cut into 4 equal sections of about 4 ribs each, stabbed a few times on the bony side with a small sharp knife
12 ounces/340 grams shallots (about 4 large or 8 medium shallots), peeled and left whole or halved lengthwise if large
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 English cucumber (about 12 ounces/340 grams), halved lengthwise, deseeded, then very thinly sliced into half-moons
1/4 packed cup/10 grams roughly chopped fresh cilantro (fresh coriander)
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit/150 degrees Celsius.
  • Prepare the ribs: Add the oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high. Once hot, add the ginger and jalapeño and stir until fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the pomegranate juice, cilantro (fresh coriander), sugar, mango pickle, tomato paste and 1 tablespoon crushed coriander seeds and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Add the ribs, shallots, 3/4 teaspoon salt and plenty of pepper to a 10-by-13-inch/26-by-34-centimeter roasting pan and toss everything together, arranging the ribs flesh-side up. Pour the sauce on top, wrap tightly with foil, then transfer to the oven to cook for 2 hours.
  • Turn the heat up to 375 degrees Fahrenheit/190 degrees Celsius, remove the foil and baste the ribs with the sauce. Cook, basting once throughout, until ribs are a deep chocolate brown and the sauce is sticky, about 25 minutes more. Let cool slightly while you make the cucumber raita.
  • Heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium-high. Toast until fragrant, shaking the pan occasionally, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl along with the cucumber, cilantro (fresh coriander), sour cream, lime juice, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a good grind of pepper; toss everything together to combine.
  • Divide the ribs, shallots and cucumber salad among 4 plates, spooning some of the sauce over the ribs, and serve immediately.

SWEET N SPICY RIBS



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Make and share this Sweet N Spicy Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 4-H Mom

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups barbecue sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
6 lbs beef back ribs, cut into 3 rib portions

Steps:

  • Slow cooker directions.
  • Stir together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, honey, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder in medium bowl. Remove 1 cup mixture, refrigerate and reserve for dipping sauce.
  • Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour barbecue sauce mixture over ribs. Cover, cook on low for 8 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Uncover, remove ribs. Skim fat from sauce. Serve with additonal reserved sauce.

SWEET 'N' SPICY COUNTRY RIBS



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"My friends have asked me to bottle my barbeque sauce, rub and marinades. My favorite saying is, 'You cook it, and they will come.'" And they sure will with these tender ribs on the menu! Thanks to Allan Stackhouse Jr of Jennings, Louisiana for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup cola
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the apple juice, oil, cola, brown sugar, honey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke if desired and seasonings. , Pour 1-1/2 cups marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add ribs. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight, turning once. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. , Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place ribs over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 10 minutes on each side, basting occasionally. , Grill 20-25 minutes longer or until meat is tender, turning and basting occasionally with remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET AND STICKY RIBS



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Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 13h35m

Yield 15 to 20 ribs

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 fluid ounces (125 ml) Thai or Chinese sweet chili sauce
2 fluid ounces (60 ml) cranberry sauce (from a jar)
2 fluid ounces (60 ml) dark sweet soy sauce
1 clementine, juice and sliced rind
1 lime, juice and sliced rind
15 to 20 pork spare ribs

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients into a large freezer bag and mix well. Seal the bag and place it on a dish so that it can lie flat. Transfer the bag to the fridge and leave overnight to marinate.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Remove the ribs from the fridge and transfer them from the freezer bag to a roasting tin and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Transfer the roasting tin to the oven. Cook the ribs in the oven for 1 hour, turning them over after 30 minutes.
  • Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and remove the foil from the roasting tin. Cook for a further 15 to 30 minutes, or until the ribs are sticky and cooked through.
  • To serve, place the ribs onto a large serving plate.

SWEET 'N' SPICY RIBS



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Make and share this Sweet 'n' Spicy Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Pork

Time 8h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups barbecue sauce
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
6 lbs pork ribs or 6 lbs beef back ribs, cut into 3 rib portions

Steps:

  • Stir together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, honey, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder in medium bowl. Remove 1 cup mixture; refrigerate and reserve for dipping sauce.
  • Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour barbecue sauce mixture over ribs. Cover; cook on LOW 8 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Uncover; remove ribs. Skim fat from sauce. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1079.1, Fat 71.2, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 250.2, Sodium 1167.5, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 28.2, Protein 66.1

Tips:

  • To achieve tender and flavorful ribs, marinate them for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
  • Use a combination of sweet and spicy ingredients in your marinade to create a balanced flavor profile.
  • Slow-cooking the ribs allows them to absorb the marinade and become fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Baste the ribs with the marinade or sauce during cooking to keep them moist and prevent them from drying out.
  • If you prefer a crispy outer layer, broil the ribs for a few minutes at the end of the cooking process.

Conclusion:

With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create delicious and unforgettable sweet n' spicy ribs at home. Experiment with different marinades and cooking methods to find the perfect combination that suits your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a classic barbecue flavor or something more exotic, there's a sweet n' spicy ribs recipe out there for everyone. So fire up your grill or oven and get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering feast that will satisfy your cravings for sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.

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