Published 6/12/2023 • Updated 3/23/2024 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!
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: Saves time: in this recipe, we’re recommending that you marinate your chicken overnight, which will ultimately save you time when you’re ready to cook. Juicy + fall of the bone ribs: speaking from experience, your baby back ribs are going to come out so juicy and tender.
Maple syrup (you can sub brown sugar) Dijon mustard Worcestershire sauce Apple cider vinegar Minced garlic cloves
How to Marinate Ribs
Making this rib marinade is easy and can be done in less than 5 minutes.
WHAT CUT OF MEAT DO YOU NEED FOR marinating RIBS?
Make sure to pick up baby back pork ribs for this recipe (not spare ribs). This cut can be called baby back ribs or pork ribs in the grocery store. If you aren’t sure, ask the butcher!
How long should I marinate baby back ribs?
We recommend marinating your baby back ribs for 12-18 hours for the best results. If you’re short on time, we recommend no less than 2 hours. The longer you marinate your ribs, the more flavorful they will be.
Storage
Make sure to store your marinating ribs in the fridge to prevent food borne illness. Marinating ribs will keep in the fridge for up to 24 hours — then it’s time to cook them! Baby Back Ribs
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