Hoisin Glazed Grilled Ribs are a flavorful and unique twist on the traditional barbecue ribs that everyone loves. Combining the smoky, charred goodness of grilled ribs with the rich, sweet-savory profile of hoisin sauce, this dish offers a delightful experience for your taste buds. Hoisin sauce, a staple in Chinese cuisine, is made from fermented soybeans, garlic, vinegar, and various spices, giving it a complex flavor that is both tangy and sweet. When glazed on ribs, it creates a glossy, sticky coating that caramelizes perfectly over the grill.
Grilling the ribs adds an extra layer of smoky flavor, while the glaze enhances the richness of the meat. The ribs cook slowly over medium heat, allowing the fat to render, making the meat tender and juicy. As the glaze is brushed on throughout the grilling process, it forms a flavorful crust that balances the natural savory taste of the pork with the sweetness of the hoisin.
These Hoisin Glazed Ribs are not only a crowd-pleaser but also an excellent choice for a special dinner or weekend cookout. The recipe can easily be customized, whether you prefer your ribs with an extra touch of heat from chili flakes or a bit more tang from the vinegar. Paired with sides like creamy coleslaw, grilled vegetables, or roasted potatoes, these ribs make for a complete, satisfying meal.
Perfect for grilling enthusiasts and anyone looking to elevate their rib game, Hoisin Glazed Grilled Ribs are sure to stand out at your next barbecue or dinner gathering. Their balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors is irresistible, making them a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re a BBQ enthusiast or new to grilling, these Hoisin Glazed Ribs will become a go-to favorite, showcasing the perfect balance of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork ribs cut into individual ribs
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and Chinese five-spice powder to create the marinade.
- Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper, then coat them with the marinade. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- Grill the marinated pork ribs for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have a nice char.
- During the last 10 minutes of grilling, brush the ribs with more of the marinade to create a glaze.
- Once cooked, remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the Hoisin Glazed Grilled Ribs garnished with chopped green onions.
- Enjoy the irresistible flavors of these Chinese-style grilled ribs!
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These ribs barely made it off the grill! They disappeared so fast!
These ribs are to die for! So much flavor, my family loved them!
Ribs? I usually use beef. Is pork better? Not sure about this recipe.
I tried this but I think I messed up the marinade. It tasted too sweet. Maybe I put too much honey?
So easy! I can’t believe I made restaurant-style ribs at home! Thanks for sharing.
These ribs were absolutely delicious! The hoisin sauce gives them such a unique flavor. Will definitely make again!
I’m glad you loved them! Hoisin sauce is such a game-changer. I tried it on chicken too, and it was amazing!
Looks good! Can I use chicken instead of pork? I don’t eat pork.
Yum! I added some chili flakes for a kick and it was perfect. My family loved it!
These ribs are out of this world! The hoisin glaze is so sticky and delicious. My family devoured them in minutes!
meh… just ok. I liked ribs y’know but this was kinda lame. Stick to BBQ sauce for ribs.
SO GOOD! Can’t believe how simple they are. Was worried about the five spice but it balanced out perfectly!
I dunno, I felt like the five spice was a bit too much. Maybe I’m not used to it? But glad you liked it!
I totally agree! The five spice adds such a nice depth. Can’t wait to make these again!
I don’t know about marinating for only 30 minutes. Mine didn’t taste that good. Maybe longer next time…
Yeah, I totally agree! I marinated mine for 2 hours and they were amazing! More time definitely helps absorb the flavors.
Three lbs of ribs? I just had leftover chicken from last week and it’s fine. Ribs sound too messy.
Yum! Best ribs ever! I never knew rice vinegar could make such a difference! Will make again.
Rice vinegar? Who woulda thought! Gonna try this for sure! Thanks for sharing!
I made this but forgot garlic, used onion instead. Still turned out great!
Onion, huh? That’s a brave twist! Glad it worked out for ya!
I don’t think onion can replace garlic… Maybe it just tastes different?
I was skeptical about the five spice in this recipe. I left it out and they still turned out great! But the flavor could’ve been better.
Why would you put vinegar in ribs? Seems off to me. I prefer my ribs just dry rubbed.
Vinegar helps tenderize the meat! Trust me, you gotta try it. The flavor is amazing.
I dunno, sounds weird. Ribs should just be rubs and smokey, not all saucy.
I don’t know about the five-spice. Sounds fancy but I just used BBQ sauce, works just fine!
Nah, I don’t get the hype. Just another rib recipe that doesn’t stand out.
Hoisin sauce is life! These are amazing, gonna make them again for my BBQ!
I dunno, I think BBQ should taste more smoky. Hoisin is too sweet for ribs, right?
Totally agree! Hoisin sauce makes everything better! Can’t wait to try these ribs myself!
Not what I expected, thought it would be too sweet. But the mix of flavors actually worked well! 4 stars.
These ribs were a hit at my BBQ! The flavor was amazing! Definitely making these again.
Yum!! Used this marinade for chicken too and it’s delish! Love it!
Totally agree! I never thought to use hoisin on chicken, but I’ll try that next time. Thanks for the tip!
Way too spicy, even for a Chinese recipe. I like it mild y’know?
Need more details on grilling times! I burned mine a bit 🙁
Ribs were tender, but I think it needed more spice. I added cayenne pepper and it was much better.
These ribs were a hit at the BBQ! So sticky and flavourful. Everyone asked for the recipe!
Glad to hear that! These ribs are so delicious, it’s hard not to love them!
I tried this recipe, but mine didn’t turn out so sticky. Must’ve missed something!
I followed the recipe but they turned out too sweet for my taste. Maybe less honey next time?
I tried this recipe but it didn’t turn out as expected. The sauce was too sweet for my taste.
My husband said he could eat these all week! Major win!
Just okay. Nothing special, I expected more flavor. Maybe I’ll try grilling longer?
Honestly, I didn’t like the hoisin at all. It was too sweet for my taste. Maybe less honey next time.
This is sooo easy and they taste like a million bucks! My family loved them!
Grilled these ribs for my family. I used duck sauce instead of hoisin by mistake 😅. Still tasted good tho!
Easy to make and they taste sooo good! I might add more honey next time for extra sweetness. Yum!
I was skeptical about using hoisin sauce for ribs at first, but they turned out very tasty. Just a bit too sweet for my liking.
These ribs are amazing! Super easy to make and tasted delicious. Will definitely try again!
Ribs was decent. I think you should put more garlic cause I can’t taste it much. Fairly good meal tho.
Yum! Best I’ve had in a while! Will make for my family BBQ this weekend 🙂
Nah, didn’t really like these. The sauce was too sticky for me and burnt a bit on the grill.