Caribbean Jerk Barbecue Ribs – A super easy way to make ribs that never disappoints! So tender and tasty, you might never want to have BBQ ribs any other way…
It’s easy to put together and packs a boatload of flavor. And for an added bonus you can also add it to your repertoire of fall menu items. Yes, you can make this in the oven too! I have tried both versions several times and they never fail me.
Yes, I admit, if making this completely in the oven, they will lack that smoky barbecue flavor.
Truthfully, you won’t miss it! Because these babies are just awesome. Messy and finger-licking good, just pure deliciousness!
In my household, I get to do the entire barbecue because it’s not hubby favorite thing to do. But after I introduced him to this simple method he does not feel intimidated as much.
First you salt the pork, for every pound of pork spare ribs I use 1 teaspoon salt. I like to cut mine back a little (for 3 pound of spare ribs I use about 2 1/2 teaspoons). If you are conscious about your salt intake, do the same or salt according to preference. If you are going with pork loin or baby back ribs then you use less salt (about 1 teaspoon for the package).
Then you apply the dry rub on the pork, I used about 1 tablespoon for every pound, feel free to add more. Next I wrap it up in foil paper or aluminum paper and refrigerate over night. Remove about 1 hour before cooking and then place in the oven in the oven. A little over 1 hour works fine for me, if you are making pulled pork then cook it about 1 1/2 or more.
Personally, I like my ribs with a bit of a chew to it. Cook to your hearts desire.
Remove when it’s done, add barbecue sauce (try my homemade BBQ Sauce recipe HERE) and let it broil un-covered, start checking every 2 minutes to ensure it is not burning. It’s that easy.
So now that you’ve got the details, why not give it a go? You can use either pork or beef ribs. Be aware than beef ribs have more bone than meat, so take less time to cook it.
Pair it with this Caribbean Coleslaw here, cause they pair well together.
Enjoy!
Caribbean Jerk Barbecue Ribs
Ingredients
- 1 packaged pork loin backribs slab (2 1/2 pounds or more)
- 1 teaspoons salt or more adjust to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2-3 Tablespoons Jerk Spice Homemade here
- 1/2-1 cup barbecue sauce your choice
Instructions
- Remove the membrane on the backside of the ribs by sliding your fingers under the thin membrane of the pork ribs and pulling it off.
- Salt and pepper according to preference .
- Now rub the ribs with the jerk seasoning on both sides. Place ribs on a baking sheet or roasting pan with two layers of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Wrap tightly.
- You may let it rest in the fridge for a couple of hours or overnight or continue with the next steps
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake until the ribs are tender, but you do not want them falling apart, about 1 hour 15 minutes for baby back ribs or pork loin ribs; 2 hours or more for spareribs.
- Carefully unwrap ribs; pour any juices from foil and reserve juice to mix with barbecue sauce .Let ribs cool completely before grilling.
- Preheat grill to medium high. Grill ribs for 5-10 minutes each side, basting with barbeque sauce while you grilling until charred. Be care full not to burn it.
- Transfer to a cutting board; cut between ribs to separate. Transfer to a serving plate and serve with more barbecue sauce and sides.
- Remove foil; Add BBQ sauce and bake uncovered an additional 20-30 minutes. Let set a few minutes before slicing
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KayKay says
I baked a 4 lb. rack for 2 hrs + 20 min, and it turned out perfectly. I love the homemade jerk rub. It’s so simple to make and really gives a delicious, spicy flavor. Thank you for the recipe, Imma!
Imma says
Oh great to hear that. Thank you so much!
Richard says
I would like to know how you cook Manish water
Kind regards
Immaculate Bites says
Hi Richard! I don’t think I have Mannish Water recipe but I do have Goat Pepper Soup and Jamaican Curry Goat that you might want to try. Thank you 🙂
Tom Nix says
Very good
Immaculate Bites says
Thank you, Tom! 🙂
Carla says
This recipe is a HIT!!! It was my first time to make ribs and they were awesome! I found the jerk seasoning at Walmart. I rubbed it on and marinated it overnight. I also LOVE this homemade BBQ sauce. We invited some friends over and the man said he didn’t like ribs but he LOVED these.
ImmaculateBites says
Thanks for the feedback . Glad to hear it worked out well for you.
Edward says
Hi
Love some of your receipies. For this Jerk barbecue ribs – is the step 10 really in order ?
Step 9 says serve and Step 10 says bake.
Thanks in advance
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Edward , sorry about the confusion. Step 10 is for the oven method and 9 is if you want to grill it.
Franny says
Good stuff. Thx for sharing.
ImmaculateBites says
My pleasure!
Ramnik says
Hi, can I put the ribs straight on a charcoal grill and cook it there without using the oven/
ImmaculateBites says
Yes , you sure can. You will definitely need to play around with cooking times depending on your grill. Thanks!
Matt says
Do you have a jerk sauce recipe on this site? I used this spice mix for muy rib rub, very good. I haven’t nailed a sauce to go with it yet. My modification to the spice mix omits the suggest wings salt. I dry brine my meats. Then, to make a rub I’ll use equal amounts spice mix and brown sugar. The added sugar makes that great barbecue”bark”
ImmaculateBites says
Awesome! I sure do. Here is a the link https://www.africanbites.com/jerk-marinade/
kelly says
These look so amazing – can i do this with beef ribs?
ImmaculateBites says
You sure can Kelly.
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
My OH would love it if I take over BBQ duty. 🙂 Love the ribs lady, and will convince OH to whip them up
Just Jo says
Oh my Immaculate these look sublime! It’s my dad’s 70th in August and I’m collecting recipes for his big birthday BBQ and I feel this must be the way to do the ribs we plan on serving. Am off to check out your coleslaw now too…
Kavey says
Your ribs look super and I love the look of that jerk seasoning!
Sally - My Custard Pie says
These look incredible. Delicious recipe and really tempting pics. Bookmarked.
Aish says
Lovely post
Amanda Mason says
Looks good and I’m glad that you mentioned the Beef ribs because my husband doesnt eat pork! I’d be interested in your homemade jerk spice but I dont see it linked…can you share it? Thanks!
ImmaculateBites says
Absolutely!!!! Thanks Amanda
Karen Mackowey says
Where can I find your jerk recipe….thanks!…
ImmaculateBites says
You can make your own – recipe above. Or buy it at most super markets in the spice section.
Karen Mackowey says
Not finding it so sorry(and I’m not blind….lol) !…could you please just type it here…thanks….all I see is salt and then your homemade jerk seasoning you used but not the ingredients to the jerk. .also would Grace jerk seasoning be similar to yours?…thanks..
ImmaculateBites says
Grace jerk seasoning would work. Here it the link for my homemade recipe . Just click on it and it will take you there- easier this way.https://www.africanbites.com/jamaican-jerk-seasoning-recipe/