How to Cook Delicious Korean Style Spare Ribs on Big Green Egg: A Step-by-Step Guide by Malcom Reed of HowToBBQRight

By | July 10, 2015

If you love Korean cuisine and barbeque, then you’re going to love this incredibly delicious recipe for Korean-style spare ribs cooked to perfection on a Big Green Egg! In this step-by-step guide, renowned pitmaster and barbeque expert, Malcom Reed of HowToBBQRight, shares his secrets to creating mouth-watering Korean-style spare ribs that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this amazing culinary masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds!

How to Cook Delicious Korean Style Spare Ribs on Big Green Egg: A Step-by-Step Guide by Malcom Reed of HowToBBQRight

Introduction

Barbecue (BBQ) season is here, and it’s time to cook up some savory and flavorful spare ribs that will leave your guests wanting more. When it comes to BBQ, few people know more than Malcom Reed of HowToBBQRight.com. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to cook delicious Korean-style spare ribs on a Big Green Egg, using Malcom’s recipe.

Ingredients and Tools for Korean BBQ Spare Ribs

Before we delve into the cooking process, here’s a list of ingredients and tools you’ll need:

  • St. Louis cut spare ribs
  • Soy sauce
  • Honey
  • Sesame oil
  • Red chili paste
  • Garlic
  • Ginger
  • Brown sugar
  • Rice vinegar
  • Aluminum foil
  • Big Green Egg smoker
  • Thermometer

Marinate the St. Louis Cut Spare Ribs

  1. Take the St. Louis cut spare ribs and remove the excess fat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red chili paste, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
  3. Mix the ingredients well to make the Korean BBQ marinade.
  4. Place the spare ribs into a ziplock bag and add the marinade.
  5. Seal the bag and marinate the ribs for 4 to 8 hours in the refrigerator.

Prepare the Big Green Egg Smoker

  1. Set up the Big Green Egg smoker for indirect cooking.
  2. Heat the smoker to a temperature of 325°F.
  3. Add some wood chips to the fire for a smoky flavor.
  4. Place the spare ribs on a rack in the smoker, bone side down.

Cook the Spare Ribs on the Big Green Egg Smoker

  1. Cook the spare ribs bone side down for 3 hours.
  2. Wrap the spare ribs tightly in aluminum foil.
  3. Place the wrapped spare ribs back on the Big Green Egg smoker and continue to cook for another 20-30 minutes.

Make Korean BBQ Sauce for Glaze

  1. In a mixing bowl, add soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red chili paste, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
  2. Mix the ingredients well to make the Korean BBQ sauce.

Glaze the Spare Ribs

  1. Remove the spare ribs from the aluminum foil.
  2. Use a brush to apply the Korean BBQ sauce to the spare ribs.
  3. Place the spare ribs back on the Big Green Egg smoker and cook for another 20-30 minutes.

Keep an Eye on the Spare Ribs

  1. Keep an eye on the spare ribs towards the end of cooking, as the sugar in the BBQ sauce can easily burn.
  2. Use a thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 195-203°F.

Cut and Enjoy the Korean Style Spare Ribs

  1. Let the spare ribs rest for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Cut the spare ribs into 1 to 2 bone pieces.
  3. Serve with sides of your choice.

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FAQs

  1. Can I use another cut of ribs other than St. Louis cut for this recipe?

Ans: Yes, but St. Louis cut is ideal as it has the right balance of meat and fat.

  1. Can I use a different type of wood on my Big Green Egg smoker?

Ans: Yes, choose your preferred wood chips or chunks for smoking.

  1. How long should I let the spare ribs rest?

Ans: Let the spare ribs rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting to retain their juices.

  1. Can I make the Korean BBQ sauce ahead of time?

Ans: Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.

  1. Can I cook the spare ribs in the oven if I don’t have a Big Green Egg smoker?

Ans: Yes, you can use an oven to cook the spare ribs at a temperature of 325°F. However, the smoky flavor of the Big Green Egg smoker will be missed.

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