Jul 14 2026
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Korean Bbq Ribs Recipe

Inspired by The Stubborn Mule
Time4h
Serves4

cola braised half rack, sweet heat asian barbeque, pickled red onion

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Ingredients

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For the Ribs

For the Sweet Heat Asian Barbeque Sauce

For the Pickled Red Onion

Method

Preparing the Ribs

  1. 1

    Marinate the Ribs

    In a large bowl, combine cola, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until sugar is dissolved. Add pork ribs, ensuring they are fully submerged in the marinade. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Braising the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove ribs from the marinade and place them in a roasting pan. Pour the marinade over the ribs. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and braise in the oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours until the ribs are tender.

Making the Sweet Heat Asian Barbeque Sauce

  1. 3

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, honey, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds. Stir until well mixed and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

Preparing the Pickled Red Onion

  1. 4

    Pickle the Onions

    In a jar, combine sliced red onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar and salt. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. For best results, refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.

Final Steps

  1. 5

    Glazing the Ribs

    After braising, remove the ribs from the oven. Discard the foil and brush the ribs generously with the sweet heat barbeque sauce. Raise oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, for about 15-20 minutes, until caramelized.

  2. 6

    Serving

    Remove the ribs from the oven, let them rest for a few minutes, then slice between the bones. Serve with pickled red onions on the side.

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