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Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs

Sweet and Spicy Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs Your Guests Will Love

These Honey Jalapeño Party Ribs are a sweet and spicy BBQ delight that will impress your guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 3 pounds Baby Back Ribs Tender and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For moisture and spice adherence
For the Spice Rub
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds subtle kick
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Infuses smoky depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For added depth
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Sweetens the rub
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Honey The star ingredient
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Chopped, adjust amount for heat
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce For umami flavor
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Provides tang
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Smoker
  • aluminum foil
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • Grill
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ribs by removing the membrane, applying olive oil, and seasoning with spice rub.
  2. Cook the Ribs in the Oven at 300°F (150°C) wrapped in aluminum foil for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  3. Cook the Ribs in the Smoker at 225°F (107°C) for 5–6 hours, spritzing with apple juice every hour.
  4. Make the Honey Jalapeño Glaze by simmering all glaze ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat for 10–15 minutes.
  5. Glaze the Ribs before broiling for 3-5 minutes until the glaze caramelizes.
  6. Rest the ribs for 5 minutes before serving, slicing between the bones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve with coleslaw or grilled corn for a complete meal.

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