Two pieces of grilled pork ribs covered in a glossy brown sauce are placed on parchment paper, with sauce drizzled around and a blurred garnish in the background.

Honey Pineapple Sticky Ribs

Serves Yield: 24 (3-rib) servings

About

Turn up the flavor with these irresistible Honey Pineapple Sticky Ribs. Tender pork back ribs are slow-baked until juicy, then tossed in a finger-licking sauce crafted from sweet honey, tangy pineapple juice, and rich Teriyaki Glaze. Baked a second time to lock in a shiny, caramelized coating, these ribs hit the ultimate balance of sweet, savory, and umami.

Served over smoky, charred grilled pineapple slices, this tropical fusion dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're planning a summer BBQ menu, game-day platter, or high-volume catering spread, these sticky teriyaki ribs deliver maximum impact with minimal prep.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Kikkoman Teriyaki Glaze
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 9 pounds pork back ribs in slabs
  • salt and pepper, as needed
  • 24 fresh pineapple slices, 1/2 inch thick

Directions

  1. In saucepan, whisk together teriyaki glaze, honey and pineapple juice over low heat for about 2 minutes or until warm.
  2. Season ribs with salt and pepper.
  3. Place in shallow hotel pan; cover with foil.
  4. Bake in 400°F oven for 1 hour; remove foil and bake 15 minutes more.
  5. Cut slabs into individual ribs (there should be about 72 ribs).
  6. Toss with 5 cups of the glaze mixture; return ribs to hotel pan.
  7. Bake glazed ribs for about 5 minutes or until glaze is shiny and dark. Keep warm.
  8. On gas or charcoal grill, grill pineapple slices for 5 minutes, turning once.
  9. Remove from grill; brush with remaining cup of glaze mixture. Keep warm.
  10. For each serving, to order: Place 1 slice pineapple on plate; arrange 3 ribs on top of pineapple.
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