Easy Ribs Recipe

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Grilled to perfection, these easy ribs deliver tender, smoky deliciousness thanks to a finger-licking marinade and rub combo!

Prep Time15

Cook Time1 30

Referigerate6

Total Time7 45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Prep ribs by removing the thin membrane, if needed.
In a medium bowl, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, ½ cup sugar, vinegar, olive oil, and garlic.
Place ribs in a large jelly roll pan (we used a 12.25 x 17.25-inch pan). Pour ⅔ of the marinade over the ribs, turn to coat all sides, then cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 6-8 hours).
Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade.
Drain the marinade from the ribs and discard it.
In a medium bowl, combine sugar, salt, and seasonings to create the rub, then rub over both sides of the ribs.

Preheat grill to medium heat.
Grill ribs, covered on an oiled rack over indirect medium heat for 30 minutes on each side.
Baste with reserved marinade and cook over direct medium heat and cook for another 30 minutes, or until fork tender.

Recipe tips.

A good rack of ribs will have meat that is thick, evenly distributed across the bones, and has good marbling. It shouldn't have excessive surface fat or shiners (bones that are overly exposed).
Don't forget to remove the membrane. Use a butter knife to lift an edge, then grip it with paper towels for better traction and pull it off.
Don't be shy with the rub and apply it generously to all sides of the ribs.
Remember to reserve ⅓ of the marinade to baste the ribs with. Basting helps add moisture and flavor to the ribs as they cook.
"Medium heat" on a grill generally falls within the temperature range of 300-350°F.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven, on the grill, in an air fryer, or microwave.