The other weekend we were at our cabin in Wisconsin and bought 2 giant racks of baby back ribs from a local farmer and it was on like Donkey Kong Typically we’re huge fans of dry-rubbing pork, but wanted to switch things up a little bit and go for a rib marinade. Since we were at our cabin, we had limited ingredients, which is why this glorious recipe only calls for 5 things!
This maple dijon rib marinade recipe is perfectly savory and sweet with only 5 ingredients — maple syrup, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
If you’re big into grilling like us, you know that having good marinade recipes on hand is clutch because they infuse your meat with juicy flavors. Our steak marinade, grilled shrimp marinade, and pork tenderloin marinade are all ones to keep in your back pocket for summer grilling!
For tender, flavorful ribs, marinating is the way to go.
What You Need for this Rib Marinade
All you need for this amazing rib marinade is 5 ingredients! The combination is a perfectly sweet and savory marinade that complements baby back ribs in the very best way. You need:
- Maple syrup (you can sub brown sugar)
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Apple cider vinegar
- Minced garlic cloves
Should ribs be marinated before cooking?
We recommend it! Marinating ribs before cooking them helps tenderize the meat, and makes them easier to pull off the bone. A win win!
HOW I MARINADE PORK RIBS!
FAQ
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