Island Jump-Up Ribs

Honey, coconut milk, chiles, and garlic are the signature flavors in these tropical ribs. Though sweet and tangy like a tomato-based barbecue sauce, the coconut milk will bring back warm-water memories.

• Preparation Time: 40 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
• Calories: 839 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
• 4 green onions, chopped
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 1 fresh red chile pepper, finely chopped
• ⅓ cup lime juice
• 3 pounds pork spareribs, cut into serving size pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place ribs into a large saucepan. Cover with cold water, then place over high heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 40 minutes, then drain, and allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the honey, coconut milk, and lime juice. Stir in the lime zest, garlic, ginger, chile pepper, green onions, and salt. Toss the ribs with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate overnight, turning on occasion.

Step 4

Arrange the ribs in a shallow baking dish. Bake in preheated oven until tender, 30 to 35 minutes.