Smoky Sweet Heat Ribs with Kinders Brown Sugar Rub & Melinda’s Mango Habanero Sauce

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1 day ago
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This easy 3-2-1 smoked ribs recipe highlights two star products from Smoke & Spice: Kinders Brown Sugar Rub for caramelized sweetness and Melinda’s Mango Habanero Pepper Sauce for a sticky, sweet-spicy glaze. It’s perfect for Irish BBQs and guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the ribs:

2 racks pork baby back ribs (membrane removed)
4-6 tbsp Kinders Brown Sugar Rub (or any Kinders rub like Buttery Steakhouse or The Blend)

Yellow mustard or olive oil (as a binder)
Apple juice or cider vinegar spray (optional, for spritzing)

For the glaze:

1 bottle Melinda’s Mango Habanero Pepper Sauce (or try their Sweet and Spicy Polynesian or Habanero Honey Mustard)
2-3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Optional: A dash of Kinders Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning for extra depth

To serve: Coleslaw, pickles, cornbread, and extra sauce.

Instructions

Prep the ribs (15 mins): Pat ribs dry. Apply a thin layer of mustard or oil. Generously coat both sides with Kinders Brown Sugar Rub. Let them sit for 30-60 minutes (or overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor).
Smoke low & slow (3 hours): Preheat smoker or indirect grill to 225-250°F (107-121°C). Use apple or cherry wood chunks for smoke (available on Smokeandspice.ie). Place ribs bone-side down. Smoke for 3 hours, spritzing with apple juice hourly if desired.
Wrap & tenderize (2 hours): Remove ribs, wrap tightly in foil with a splash of apple juice. Return to smoker for 2 hours.
Glaze & finish (1 hour): Unwrap ribs. Brush generously with the Mango Habanero glaze (mix sauce, honey, and vinegar). Cook unwrapped for another 30-60 minutes until sauce is sticky and ribs reach 195-203°F (90-95°C) internal temp. For extra char, broil or grill directly for 2-3 minutes per side.
Rest & serve: Let ribs rest 10-15 minutes, then slice. Serve with extra warmed sauce.

Total time: ~6 hours (mostly hands-off).

Pro tip: Use a meat thermometer like the ThermoPro models available on the site for perfect results.

Quick Variation: Melinda’s Spicy Wings

For something faster, toss chicken wings in Kinders Woodfired Garlic Seasoning or Buttery Buffalo Wing Sauce, bake/smoke, then glaze with Melinda’s Ghost Pepper Wing Sauce or Sriracha Ranch for creamy heat.

These recipes showcase the premium American-style rubs and sauces stocked at Smoke & Spice — perfect for elevating your next grill session. Shop the full range (including Heath Riles, Fire & Smoke Society, and more) with fast Ireland delivery at www.smokeandspice.ie. Tag @smokeandspice.ie on Instagram with your creations for a chance to be featured! 🔥🍖

What’s your favorite BBQ style — ribs, wings, or something else? Let me know for more tailored ideas!