Sweet and Smokey Teriyaki Ribs—Dinner for 2
Enjoy a unique Japanese-American fusion dinner with Sweet and Smokey Teriyaki Ribs. This savory and tangy dish combines 2 lbs pork ribs, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, and spices for an unforgettable flavor profile. Baste the ribs with the remaining sauce halfway through cooking for added flavor.
Meal Type
Dinner
Cuisine
Fusion
Japanese
American
Servings
2
Food Stars
Ribs
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Line a baking sheet with foil
- Place the pork ribs on the baking sheet
- In a medium bowl, mix together the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground ginger, salt, and pepper
- Brush the ribs with the teriyaki-BBQ sauce
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour
- Baste the ribs with the remaining teriyaki-BBQ sauce
- Bake for an additional 30 minutes
- Serve hot.
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
🍬 Sweet
Increase the honey and brown sugar to 1/2 cup each, add 1/4 cup of molasses, reduce the soy sauce to 2 tablespoons, and add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
🧂 Salty
Increase the amount of soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and brown sugar. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce for a more intense flavor.
🍋 Sour
Increase the amount of teriyaki sauce and ketchup, add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and reduce the amount of honey.
☕ Bitter
Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, reduce the honey and brown sugar, replace the ketchup with 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and add 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
🍄 Umami
Add 1/4 cup of Worcestershire sauce, replace honey with mirin, add 1/2 teaspoon of mushroom powder.
🌶️ Spicy
Add more smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or chili powder to enhance the spicy notes. Alternatively, reduce the honey and brown sugar to reduce the sweetness and increase the spiciness.
🍸 Alcoholic
- A Dry Riesling: The sweetness of the Riesling will pair well with the sweetness of the honey and brown sugar in the teriyaki-BBQ sauce. The acidity of the Riesling will also help to cut through the richness of the pork ribs.
- A Moscow Mule: The spiciness of the ginger in the teriyaki-BBQ sauce will be complemented by the ginger beer in the Moscow Mule. The lime juice in the drink will also help to cut through the richness of the pork ribs.
- A Pilsner: The light, crisp flavor of the Pilsner will help to balance out the sweetness of the teriyaki-BBQ sauce and the richness of the pork ribs. The hops in the Pilsner will also help to bring out the smokiness of the smoked paprika.
🥛 Non-alcoholic
- Sparkling Apple Cider: The sweetness of the cider would pair nicely with the sweetness of the honey and brown sugar in the teriyaki-BBQ sauce. The tartness of the cider would also cut through the richness of the pork ribs.
- Ginger Beer: The ginger beer would go well with the dish because it contains ginger, which is one of the ingredients in the teriyaki-BBQ sauce. The sweetness of the ginger beer would also complement the sweetness of the honey and brown sugar.
- Mango Juice: The sweetness of the mango juice would pair nicely with the sweetness of the honey and brown sugar in the teriyaki-BBQ sauce. The tartness of the mango juice would also cut through the richness of the pork ribs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means it may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.
🍞 Keto
Replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener, replace brown sugar with a sugar-free sweetener, replace ketchup with a sugar-free ketchup, reduce soy sauce and teriyaki sauce, and add herbs and spices for flavor.
🫒 Mediterranean
Replace soy sauce with olive oil, replace honey with agave nectar, replace brown sugar with honey, replace ketchup with tomato paste, add fresh herbs like oregano and basil, add lemon juice.
🥬 Vegetarian
Replace the pork ribs with 2 lbs of seitan, tempeh, or tofu. Omit the honey and replace with maple syrup.
🥕 Vegan
Replace pork ribs with seitan, replace honey with maple syrup, replace soy sauce with tamari.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means the following may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.
🍭 Diabetes
Replace honey with sugar-free syrup, reduce the amount of brown sugar, and omit the salt.
🩸 High Blood-Pressure
Reduce the amount of soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, and brown sugar; replace ketchup with a low-sodium alternative; omit the salt and pepper.
🧀 High Cholesterol
Replace honey with agave syrup, reduce brown sugar to 1 tablespoon, replace ketchup with tomato paste, and reduce salt and pepper to taste.
🫀 Heart Disease
Replace honey with a sugar-free alternative, reduce the amount of brown sugar, omit the salt and pepper, and use a low-sodium soy sauce.
🫘 Kidney Disease
Reduce the amount of soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and honey, replace the brown sugar with a sugar-free alternative, omit the ketchup, and reduce the salt and pepper to taste.
🧀 Liver Disease
Replace the soy sauce with a low-sodium version, reduce the amount of honey, omit the brown sugar, and replace the ketchup with a sugar-free version.
🌾 Celiac
Replace soy sauce with gluten-free soy sauce, replace teriyaki sauce with gluten-free teriyaki sauce, and omit the ketchup.
🐄 Lactose Intolerant
Replace the soy sauce with a lactose-free alternative, such as coconut aminos, and omit the ketchup.
🌾 Gluten Intolerant
Replace soy sauce with gluten-free soy sauce, replace ketchup with gluten-free ketchup, and omit the brown sugar.
🌾 IBS
Replace the soy sauce with a gluten-free alternative, omit the brown sugar, reduce the honey, and use a low-sodium ketchup.
Beti’s Reflections
When I was searching for the perfect dinner recipe, I came across this sweet and smoky teriyaki ribs dish. With a delicious combination of Japanese and American flavors, I knew I had to try it out. After testing the recipe, I was absolutely amazed by the flavor – truly an unforgettable experience!
This amazing dinner recipe combines Japanese and American flavors to create a savory and tangy dish. The main ingredients are 2 lbs pork ribs, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground ginger, and salt and pepper. These ingredients come together to form an incredible flavor profile that will leave your taste buds delighted. For extra flavor and texture, the ribs can be brushed with the teriyaki-BBQ sauce before baking.
To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Place the pork ribs on the baking sheet. In a medium bowl, mix together the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground ginger, salt and pepper. Brush the ribs with the teriyaki-BBQ sauce and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Baste the ribs with the remaining sauce halfway through cooking for added flavor.
This teriyaki-BBQ pork rib recipe is an amazing way to enjoy a Japanese-American fusion dinner. The combination of sweet and smoky flavors will truly delight your taste buds. We found that basting the ribs with the remaining sauce halfway through cooking helped to bring out even more flavor. The ribs were juicy and fall-off-the-bone tender, making for a truly impressive dish. We suggest adding a side of steamed vegetables or a salad to make it a complete meal.
If you’re looking for a unique and delectable dinner recipe, this teriyaki-BBQ pork rib recipe is the perfect option. The combination of savory and sweet flavors will leave your guests begging for more. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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