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Grilled Country Style Ribs featuring YRYM HT

Jul 8, 2019 · 27 Comments

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This post has been sponsored by YRYM HT Grill Mats. All opinions expressed are my own.

Today we’re cooking up one of summer’s essentials – Grilled Country Style Ribs, which we’ll be preparing in a chili and jalapeno marinade, with fresh cilantro and garlic. We’ll then be plating the ribs with a pair of dueling sauces – Spicy Teriyaki BBQ and Classic Honey Mustard.

You’ll Absolutely Love These Ribs – And Here’s Why

1) No “grill master” techniques required. One of the best parts of this recipe is just how intuitive and straightforward it is to prepare. First we’ll be simmering the ribs, then marinating them, and then setting them on the grill, and that’s it. There’s no need for fancy equipment, grill master techniques, or precision flame management, making this a recipe that’s excellently suited for backyard BBQ’ers of all skill levels.

2) No Plates of Char. To be fair, ‘some’ char does add ‘some’ flavor. However, the cardinal sin of BBQ is, and always has been, serving your guests a plate of woefully overcooked meat buried beneath layers of char. The primary cause of this ‘sin’ is allowing the grill to overcook or ‘char’ the outside of the meat well before the inside is finished cooking. This recipe is designed to prevent exactly that from happening, while still achieving that “BBQ Char” flavor that we all know and love.

3) Added flavor at every step. From the seasoned simmer, to the marinade, to the sauces, every step of the preparation process adds a new layer of flavor, ensuring that you end up with a plate of ribs that have multiple layers of flavor.

3) Versatility. Adding flavor at every step also means that this recipe is supremely versatile. Feel free to tweak the seasonings during the simmering process, or to spice up the marinade by swapping the jalapeno for a hotter variety. Or maybe you prefer sweet ribs, or thicker sauces – go for it. This is as much a ‘framework’ or ‘process’ as it is a recipe. Build on this recipe to get your perfect set of ribs to match your palate.

Prep Tip – Today’s Secret Weapon

Today’s big prep tip comes courtesy of BBQ Grill Mat, which is both reusable and reversible, as well as nonstick. The primary benefit of the BBQ Grill Mat is that it prevents the juices of the ribs from dripping into the grill, and instead ‘captures’ the juices around the ribs, which not only keeps your grill clean but also prevents your food from literally ‘leaking flavor’ into the flames. Secondly, it allows you to achieve that beautiful grill flavor and crispness without risking too much char.

And yes, before you ask, the BBQ Grill Mat is FDA approved, and is great for things like eggs, grilled vegetables, and pizza, making it one of my BBQ ‘must haves.’

Notes on the Marinade – Some Pointers and Specifics

Today’s marinade for today’s ribs is a mix Jamaican Curry, sliced jalapeno, fresh lemon and lime juice, and ground fresh chili paste, along with the rest of the ingredients listed below. However, there are few points you might want to keep in mind.

1) Ground Fresh Chili Paste. While you can feel free to sub in your favorite chili paste or sauce, you want one that’s more or less ‘just’ ground chilies with the addition of vinegar and salt as a base. No, Sriracha or hot sauce is ‘not’ a suitable substitute. The purpose of this particular ingredient is not only the heat of the chilies, but also the full flavor of the chilies.

2) Jamaican Curry vs Indian and Thai Curry. First off, you’re likely asking “What’s the difference?” Jamaican Curry, as you might expect, is produced in Jamaica, and features prominently Jamaican cuisine. For this reason, it tends to be a fair bit cooler and milder than either Thai or Indian curry, while going a bit heavier on the turmeric. Unlike either of its two counterparts, Jamaican curry typically (but not always) features allspice, a flavor prominent in such Jamaican classics as Jerk Pork. For my palate, I tend to prefer Jamaican curry generally, as well as for most grilling and BBQ recipes, but this is purely a matter of preference. As always, feel free to experiment.

3) The Jalapeno. For today’s marinade, I’m leaving the jalapeno raw, and I’m leaving the seeds in for a bit of extra spice. Alternatively, if you want to cool the ribs down a bit, clean out the seeds before adding in the jalapeno. Also, if you prefer to go a bit heavier on the ‘char’ or ‘grill’ flavor, feel free to grill the jalapeno stovetop in a dry cast iron frying pan before chopping it into the marinade.

4) Fresh vs. Bottled Lemon Juice. As a rule, fresh is better, and sliced a lemon into squeezable halves or wedges is practically as easy as opening a bottle and measuring it out. Furthermore, bottled lemon juice simply isn’t as flavorful, lacking the full ‘zest’ or ‘brightness’ of fresh lemon juice, and often times its flavor is further diluted with preservatives.

The Sauces – Layers of Flavor

Now, while these ribs are certainly great on their own, to really complete the picture you’ll need both today’s sauces. Both of these sauces are BBQ classics in their own right, but I’ve put a bit of my own spin on both.

-Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce-

What you’ll need:

½ Cup of Yellow Mustard
1 Tablespoon of Grey Poupon Mustard
1 Tablespoon Honey
2 Teaspoons Brown Sugar

Mix together the above ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar (as pictured below). Whisk until you have a smooth, clump-free mixture.

-Spicy Teriyaki BBQ-

What you’ll need:

½ Cup Ketchup
2 Teaspoons Ground Fresh Chili Paste
1 Tablespoon Fresh Teriyaki
2 Teaspoons Molasses
2 Teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce

Mix together the above ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar (as pictured below). Whisk until you have a smooth, clump-free mixture.

Craving More BBQ Rib Goodness?

If you’re still craving more ribs, be sure to check some of our favorites below,

1) Mediterranean Style Tender Back Ribs– These super tender ribs were prepared with a marinade that positively screams “Summer Bistro,” being a rustic mix of olive oil, fresh lemon juice and honey, with fresh garlic and oregano rounding out the flavor profile.

2) 7UP Citrus Ribs– If you’re throwing a backyard barbecue party, these are the ribs you’re looking for, and if you couldn’t guess from the name, they’re prepared with a decadently sweet 7UP based marinade. Seriously, give these a try.

3) Char Siu Style Ribs– This hoisin sauce based classic will impress even the most selective palates, making them one of my go-to recipes for ribs.

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Grilled Country Style Ribs

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  • Author: Living the Gourmet
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 lbs ribs 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 – 6 lbs. of Country Style Pork Loin Ribs
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Bay leaves
  • Dried oregano

For the Marinade:

  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 jalapeno – sliced
  • 5 cloves of garlic – chopped
  • ½ cup of fresh cilantro – chopped
  • 1 tbs. cumin
  • 1 tbs. Jamaican Curry
  • 1 tbs. salt
  • 1 tbs. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tbs. ground fresh chili paste
  • 1 tbs. sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade.
  2. Place the ribs in a large sauce pot and cover them with water and herbs. To make the ribs tender gently simmer the ribs for about 45 minutes – 1 hour, to soften and tenderize the meat. Do not boil the ribs, that will make them tough.
  3. Remove the ribs from the pot, set them in a large bowl and toss with the marinade.
  4. Immediately, place ribs on the grill turning frequently, for 20 – 30 minutes, or until nicely browned.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8-10

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Comments

  1. Stacie says

    08/07/2019 at 7:49 pm

    Those look absolutely amazing! My husband loves to grill. We usually do it at least once a week. I can’t wait for him to make these.

    Reply
  2. Gloria | Homemade & Yummy says

    08/07/2019 at 8:16 pm

    These look finger licking good. We love using grill mats. They work like a charm for sure. I will look at this brand too.

    Reply
  3. Yeah Lifestyle says

    08/07/2019 at 8:34 pm

    The grill matt looks so useful and I would love to have that the next time we do a BBQ as our food is always falling through the grill. The recipe looks so delish as well.

    Reply
  4. angiesrecipes says

    09/07/2019 at 4:09 am

    They look lipsmackingly delicious!

    Reply
  5. Anosa says

    09/07/2019 at 9:07 am

    Oh my gosh, salivated throughout the post, I am in the mood for some ribs now, these look delicious.

    Reply
  6. kumamonjeng says

    09/07/2019 at 1:18 pm

    I just ate pork ribs for my dinner just now but it was cooked with air fryer, I guess I can pick up your recipe, the marinate sauce seem seen so interesting and lots of ingredients.

    Reply
  7. DAVID J MYERS says

    09/07/2019 at 3:37 pm

    Catherine, I tried grill mats and I decided that I didn’t care for them. However, 2 family members love these mats and won’t grill without them. They did make clean up a lot easier though although cleaning them wasn’t all that easy. For veggies or small items, rather than putting them directly on the grates, I use my iron grill pan. My country ribs are marinated overnight, then dropped on a 600 degree grill for the char…with the heat dropped down to about 350 after I’ve got the char right. I slather them with BBQ sauce or marinade while I’m grilling them so they stay moist. Takes about 30 minutes and we love them. Different strokes for different folks! Love your marinade recipes! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  8. Sue-Tanya Mchorgh says

    09/07/2019 at 4:18 pm

    I am loving this idea of a grill mat. I have been thinking of getting one but I wanted to know what people thought of it. Thanks for the review and thanks for these mouth watering pics and recipes 🙂

    Reply
  9. Elaine Benoit says

    09/07/2019 at 6:53 pm

    Drool city and I’m a resident! These ribs look outstanding! I love how easy they are, even I could do it. I’m not a griller, but you make me want to go to my sister’s house so I can make them there. I won’t even let her touch them because I know I can do it! Awesome recipe!

    Reply
  10. Tonya W says

    10/07/2019 at 1:27 am

    These look like they would be absolutely delicious. I have not had ribs of any kind in a really long time!

    Reply
  11. Krystle Cook says

    10/07/2019 at 1:28 am

    I have never had grilled ribs before. I have always just done them in the oven. These look like they would be so delish!

    Reply
  12. Shannon Gurnee says

    10/07/2019 at 4:15 am

    Grill mats are great to have! We’ve used them when we had a family reunion at a park before.

    Reply
  13. Kalyan Panja says

    10/07/2019 at 4:22 pm

    That looks quite an exotic and lavish recipe. You surely had some of the best meals with this delicious spread.

    Reply
  14. Polly says

    10/07/2019 at 5:31 pm

    I’m literally getting hungry as I type. I love love love ribs specially with teriyaki sauce – I haven’t tried it with honey mustard but I WILL DEFINITELY DO! Thank you very much for the recipe! <3 And yes for the grill mats, I find them very useful. It keeps your grill clean & prevents food from falling through it. I also use it as a baking sheet or as a oven liners and microwave liners.

    Reply
  15. Lisa says

    10/07/2019 at 6:00 pm

    I like this recipe! I’m a big fan of ribs so this is making me very happy!

    Reply
  16. Alexandra Cook says

    10/07/2019 at 11:05 pm

    Oh wow, this one is a winner. I would love to try making this. My boys would probably dig this.

    Reply
  17. LuciWest says

    11/07/2019 at 12:08 am

    All looks fantastic, including the marinate and sauce! I’m also very intrigued by the grill mat. We could use one of those. Thanks for all the tips!

    Reply
  18. Jackline A says

    11/07/2019 at 1:53 am

    Your ribs look so tasty. I am drooling as I am typing this. I will have to look into this Bbq sauce.

    Reply
  19. Amy says

    12/07/2019 at 10:52 pm

    These look so juicy and delicious! I love grilling out with my family in the summer, and I think I just found the next recipe for us to try!

    Reply
  20. Amanda M Mason says

    13/07/2019 at 2:11 pm

    These ribs look so amazing and you have sold me on the chili and jalapeno marinade! What amazing flavors in that marinade! Printing out this recipe now so I can make it this week!

    Reply
  21. Karyl says

    13/07/2019 at 11:38 pm

    I’m definitely NOT a “grill master”, and quite honestly I don’t think you need to be for 99% of the recipes. I sometimes prefer country ribs because I love all of the extra meat in every bite. These ribs look amazing

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  22. Leslie Kiszka says

    14/07/2019 at 4:00 pm

    I’m loving the idea of these grill mats – I’m constantly losing precious bits of meat into our grill, and this would save me the heartache!

    Reply
  23. Paula Montenegro says

    14/07/2019 at 5:24 pm

    I love grilling meat that has been marinated. A winning recipe together with those sauces. They went straight to my Pinterest recipes-to-try-now board!

    Reply
  24. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says

    14/07/2019 at 9:35 pm

    Those grill mats are so amazing! My husband loves his bbq and you bet we have them 🙂 . Your ribs look amazing and the marinade is fantastic!

    Reply
  25. Kylie | Midwest Foodie says

    15/07/2019 at 3:08 am

    I love all the sauce variations in this recipe! Can’t wait to try this next weekend!

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  26. Jo says

    15/07/2019 at 3:54 am

    Absolutely in love with the marinade. It looks fantastic, the flavors are top-notch. That is one perfect grilled ribs and with those sauces – it’s a winning combination.

    Reply
  27. natalie says

    21/07/2019 at 8:56 pm

    These look lovely, I could eat them now. We rarely grill food but we definately need to!

    Reply

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