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3 Ingredient Pork Rib Marinade
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A simple 3 Ingredient Pork Rib Marinade to make your cookout quick and easy. Ready in under 30 minutes!
I’ve been trying to venture from the standard cuts of meat that I always buy. Pork ribs were one of those foods that always looked amazing, but I never tackled. So today I share with you a simple 3 Ingredient Pork Rib Marinade. Just in time for your July 4th grilling. A dinner recipe ready for your summer picnic in just under 30 minutes.
Whether you’re celebrating the Fourth of July with a backyard BBQ or grilling up some tasty pork ribs for a neighborhood cookout, pork has you covered. With so many cuts and preparation methods to try and endless flavor combinations to explore, pork is the must-have this grilling season.
What are Country Style Ribs?
Country style ribs might seem strange. We traditionally think of ribs as long rack of ribs with rib bones. Although country style ribs look like ribs in that they are long strips, they are a type of ribs that don’t have bones. And guess what? They actually don’t come from the ribs.
They are a budget-friendly cut of pork from either the blade end of the shoulder or the shoulder itself. I’ve seen some ribs labeled as “Pork Shoulder Country Style Ribs”, meaning they are cut from a shoulder steak.
You can use this marinade on spare ribs, baby back ribs or even boneless pork loin chops if you’d like.
How to Cook Country Style Ribs
Country style ribs are not only affordable but also very versatile. They have a great marbling which gives flavor and juiciness. They are excellent for braising or slow cooking, but can also be cooked quickly on high heat for a fast dinner option.
If you find country style ribs on sale, cut them up in slices or cubes and freeze for quick stir-frys and stews. You can also make ribs in your instant pot, too! Instant Pot Blueberry BBQ Ribs
Pork Rib Marinade Recipe
Should you marinate ribs? We think so!
What should you soak your ribs in? This recipe is special because it comes from my grandma’s sister, my great aunt. I’m not sure how I ended up with her hand-written recipe, but at some point early in our marriage she shared it with us. This simple mixture of ketchup, soy sauce and oil was my go-to marinade for many years. Basic ingredients. Simple, but savory flavor. It’s also good on chicken.
How long do you let ribs marinate? Pork ribs can sit marinating for several hours or even overnight if you’d like, but let them sit for at least 10 minutes.
How to Make Grilled Pork Ribs
- Pick up some boneless, country-style ribs at your local grocery store.
- Mix up the three marinade ingredients in a small bowl and then pour it over your ribs. Let them marinate for the day if you’d like…or when you are in a bind and need an easy dinner, just marinate for 10 minutes or so while the grill is heating.
- Pop these ribs onto a hot grill and let them cook on each side for 4-5 minutes. Internal pork temperature needs to be about 145º Fahrenheit. It’s ok if there is a blush of pink inside.
- Allow the pork ribs to rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Oven Roasted Ribs Recipe
If you’d like, instead of grilling, roast the boneless pork ribs in the oven. Use a dutch oven and add the pork ribs and this easy pork rib marinade. Toss to coat. Then cover and bake at 300ºF for about 3 hours until the ribs are fork tender.
If you love ribs, try our fork-tender spare ribs. We show you step by step how to make the juiciest ribs. Our bbq pork chops are popular, too!
What to Serve with Pork Ribs
This recipe is great with casserole dishes like hash brown casserole, but it also delicious with something simple like baked sweet potatoes or a roasted vegetables such as brussels sprouts.
For a picnic, try these side dishes:
3 Ingredient Pork Rib Marinade
A simple 3 Ingredient Pork Rib Marinade to make your cookout quick and easy. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings 10
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- black pepper optional, to taste
- 3 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce and ketchup. Add the black pepper, if desired. Mix well. Place the pork ribs in a pan. Pour the marinade over the ribs and allow them to sit for 10 minutes. ½ cup olive oil, ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup ketchup, black pepper, 3 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
- Heat the grill to 400ºFahrenheit.
- Place the ribs on the hot grill and allow them to cook for 5 minutes. Turn the ribs, being careful not to puncture the ribs, which would let the juice escape.
- Grill the ribs for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the ribs reaches 145º Fahrenheit.
- Allow the pork to rest for 3 minutes, then serve.
Notes
The calories shown are based on recipe serving 10, with 1 serving being 1/10 of the pork. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**
Nutrition
Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 788mg | Potassium: 476mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1.5mg
These ribs looks amazing! They are so simple to make and the flavors sound delicious!
I can’t believe this is your first time grilling ribs! They look wonderful. You are a pro already!
I am going to be making burgers, hot dogs, brats and beer can chicken for the 4th!!!
I love simple-
my mouth is watering, already!
What a treasure of a recipe- this sounds delicious.
My family will love these ribs.
Grilling them up for the Fourth, along with some corn on the grill, and
a big potato salad, topped with deviled eggs!
Happy Birthday, America
We are grilling up some brats and burgers for the Fourth! Now that I have seen this recipe I would also love to do some ribs!
For the first ribs you’ve ever made OR eaten, these look AMAZING! You can’t beat family recipes! Have a wonderful 4th!
First ribs ever eaten? oh my word. Although you started with a great recipe 🙂
I’m making Dijon Grilled Pork Chops.
I think the best recipes are the ones handed down! These look so delicious!
We’re grilling fresh ground beef burgers and corn this weekend – these pork ribs though look mouthwatering!
This is your first time grilling ribs? I’m really amazed! Just look at those ribs! They look so good and delicious! It’s perfectly grilled and rich in flavor!
Wow! This looks like it could have come from a restaurant! Drooling over here 🙂
These pork ribs look mouthwatering! Love how simple this marinade is too.
Wow! Love the easy marinade! they look fun of flavor and super juicy!
If this is your first time cooking and eating ribs, then I am awed! They look perfect!! I find ribs really easy to cook, but you need a lot of people around if you grab a huge rack 🙂