Caribbean Jerk Barbecue Ribs
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!
Forgot to give it 5 stars!
Thank you :)!
Made this today along with vinegar coleslaw. I used Walkerswood Hot Jerk seasoning (rub) and Walkerswood Barbecue sauce. Talk about delicious Yep will be on the barbecue rotation!! Thanks for the recipe.
Question if doing this same recipe with a spatchcock chicken, please advise what temperature to bake the chicken and for how long. Thanks for your guidance.
Hahaha, your excitement is contagious! I might just go to my kitchen and see if I have any ribs :). Glad you love the recipe, Rachel.
If doing spatchcock chicken bake at 400 degrees F for about 35- 45 minutes or until the skin is crisp and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 165 degrees F. Hope this helps!
This was absolutely delicious. I seasoned a slab of baby back ribs with your homemade jerk spice, started it in the oven, and finished it on the grill. Instead of BBQ sauce, I basted it with your jerk sauce recipe while grilling. The cook times were perfect. Out of the oven, the ribs had enough integrity to stand up to the grill. When eating, they were tender and came clean off the bone without falling apart. Served with a scallion garnish and extra jerk sauce on the side. This was a huge hit at my house and definitely a keeper. Thank you so much!
Hi Reese,
You’re very welcome! I’m thrilled to hear that the jerk-spiced baby back ribs were such a hit at your house! Starting them in the oven and finishing on the grill is a fantastic way to get that perfect texture—tender but not falling apart.
Using the homemade jerk spice and sauce as a baste instead of traditional BBQ sauce is a great twist that adds a unique and bold flavor profile. And serving it with scallion garnish and extra jerk sauce on the side sounds like the perfect finishing touch.
Thank you for sharing your experience and your creative adaptation. It’s feedback like this that makes the food community so enriching. Keep cooking and keep enjoying! ️✨
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!
Oh great to hear that. Thank you so much!
I would like to know how you cook Manish water
Kind regards
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 🙂
Very good
Thank you, Tom! 🙂
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.
Thanks for the feedback . Glad to hear it worked out well for you.
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
Hi Edward , sorry about the confusion. Step 10 is for the oven method and 9 is if you want to grill it.
Good stuff. Thx for sharing.
My pleasure!
Hi, can I put the ribs straight on a charcoal grill and cook it there without using the oven/
Yes , you sure can. You will definitely need to play around with cooking times depending on your grill. Thanks!
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”
Awesome! I sure do. Here is a the link https://www.africanbites.com/jerk-marinade/
These look so amazing – can i do this with beef ribs?
You sure can Kelly.
My OH would love it if I take over BBQ duty. 🙂 Love the ribs lady, and will convince OH to whip them up
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…
Your ribs look super and I love the look of that jerk seasoning!
These look incredible. Delicious recipe and really tempting pics. Bookmarked.
Lovely post
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!
Absolutely!!!! Thanks Amanda
Where can I find your jerk recipe….thanks!…
You can make your own – recipe above. Or buy it at most super markets in the spice section.
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..
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/