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Grilled Ribs with Barbecue Sauce

Quick and easy grilled ribs slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, served with potatoes and meatballs for a hearty weeknight meal.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
650
Protein
35g
Grilled Ribs with Barbecue Sauce
Comfort FoodAmericanGluten-FreePorkBeefTenderCrispyWeeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat grill to medium-high. Cut 2 lb pork ribs into individual pieces and season with 1 tsp salt.

  2. Step 2

    Grill ribs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Brush with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce during the last 3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Meanwhile, boil 1.5 lb potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil.

  4. Step 4

    Grill 0.5 lb meatballs for 5-7 minutes, turning, until heated through and lightly charred.

  5. Step 5

    Serve ribs with potatoes and meatballs, drizzled with remaining 1/2 cup barbecue sauce.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill
  • Large pot
  • Tongs
  • Basting brush

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