Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs
Smoked pork ribs glazed with a sweet and tangy sauce featuring maple syrup and fresh mango for a balanced smoky finish. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 290 minutes pairs pork ribs, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork ribs
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups apple wood chips
- 1 cup diced ripe mango
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Jim Beam bourbon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Remove the silver skin from 3 lbs pork ribs. Combine 1 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp black pepper, 1 tbsp garlic powder, and 2 tsp smoked paprika in a bowl; rub this spice blend evenly over the ribs. Let them rest uncovered in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Step 2: Preheat smoker to 225°F and add 2 cups soaked apple wood chips. Place the ribs bone-side down on the smoker grate and smoke for 4 hours until the meat is tender and pulls away slightly from the bones.
- Step 3: While ribs smoke, prepare the glaze by blending 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp Jim Beam bourbon, 2 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice in a blender until smooth.
- Step 4: After 4 hours, brush the maple-mango glaze generously over the ribs. Increase smoker temperature to 275°F and continue cooking the ribs for another 30 minutes, brushing the glaze every 10 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove ribs from the smoker and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs take to make?
Total time is about 290 minutes (20 min prep + 270 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 Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs?
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 ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs?
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 Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs 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 Maple-Mango Glazed Smoked Ribs?
American 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.
