Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze

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Tender pork ribs grilled and brushed with a spicy-sweet Korean gochujang glaze for a perfect balance of heat and caramelized flavor. This korean-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 140 minutes pairs pork baby back ribs, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 6 Korean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Remove the silver skin from the back of 3 lbs pork baby back ribs. Season both sides evenly with 1 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Preheat a grill to medium heat (350°F). Place ribs bone-side down on indirect heat, cover, and grill for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until tender.
  3. Step 3: While ribs cook, combine 1/4 cup gochujang, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Step 4: In the last 15 minutes of grilling, brush the ribs generously with the gochujang glaze every 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize without burning.
  5. Step 5: Remove ribs from the grill, let rest for 10 minutes, then sprinkle with 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before slicing between the bones. Serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 140 minutes (20 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork baby back ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Korean-Style Pork Ribs with Gochujang Glaze?

Korean bbq & smoked like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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