No Grill Pork Ribs Barbecue
If you’re craving barbecue but don’t have a grill, don’t despair! This amazing method will show you how to make BBQ pork ribs on your stovetop. There is no grilling required.
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
Grill vs. No-Grill Barbecue
People love grilling pork barbecue for a bunch of reasons that go beyond just how it tastes. For one, grilling gives food an amazing flavor. The smoky taste from the charcoal or wood, plus that crispy char on the outside of the meat, makes everything taste extra delicious.
The high heat of the grill helps to create that perfect texture—juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. But it’s not just about the food. Grilling is also a great way to get together with friends and family.
How to Cook It
Marinate the pork ribs
- Arrange pork ribs in a mixing bowl. Add the marinade ingredients and mix well.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes or until your ancestors give you the thumbs up!
Fry the marinated pork ribs
- Heat cooking oil in a pan.
- Afterward, fry the marinated pork ribs for 1 ½ minutes per side, then set aside.
Simmer the ribs
- Arrange all the fried ribs in the pan. Pour in 2 cups of water and let it boil.
- Once it has boiled, adjust the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and continue cooking until the water evaporates completely.
Prepare the barbecue sauce
- Next, remove the pork ribs from the pan and set aside.
- Add all the barbecue sauce ingredients to the pan, turn on the heat, and stir.
- Bring to a simmer.
Coat the ribs with barbecue sauce
- Add the pork ribs back to the pan and toss until they are completely coated with the barbecue sauce.
- Continue cooking for 2 minutes.
Serve it like it’s grilled!
- Transfer the ribs to a serving plate.
- Share and enjoy!
Ingredients of No-Grill Pork Ribs Barbecue
This no-grill recipe is fire!
- 3 lbs. pork ribs, sliced into serving pieces – This is the star of our show.
- 2 cups water – For tenderizing our pork ribs.
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil – You can use any cooking oil, but if you want the best, canola oil is perfect for this recipe since it has a high smoke point.
Marinade ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce – This ingredient adds extra flavor to the ribs.
- ½ cup banana ketchup – This will add color, sweetness, and flavor.
- 2 teaspoons onion powder – Mandatory season part 1 and…
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder – That’s season part 2!
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional) – This is optional, but I suggest you buy this to achieve a wood smoke effect on your no-grill pork ribs barbecue recipe.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper – Adds a spicy kick and deepens the flavor of barbecue.
Barbecue sauce ingredients
- 1 cup Banana ketchup – Yep, you’ll definitely need this again if you want to make it work!
- 3/4 cup white vinegar – Acid. This is a mandatory ingredient for basic BBQ sauces.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar – To balance the flavors.
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika – Because brings a rich, smoky flavor and a pop of color to your barbecue dishes.
- 1/2 cup water – To sauce it!
Serving the No-Grill Pork Ribs Barbecue
You can pair these tender, flavorful ribs with hot, steaming white rice for a classic meal (you can try our chicken barbecue fried rice), or enjoy them with fresh lettuce and colorful skewered vegetables for a lighter touch. For drinks, cold juice or chilled water will keep things refreshing. But for the ultimate barbecue experience, serve the ribs on a banana leaf, eat with your bare hands, and enjoy this feast with family and friends! There’s nothing better than sharing great food and good times together!
Try these desserts after your no-grill pork ribs barbecue feast!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag us on Instagram at @panlasangpinoy or hashtag #panlasangpinoy so we can see your creations!
No-Grill Pork Ribs Barbecue
Ingredients
- 3 lbs. pork ribs sliced into serving pieces
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Marinade ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup banana ketchup
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke optional
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Barbecue sauce ingredients
- 1 cup banana ketchup
- 3/4 cup white vinegar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Arrange the pork ribs in a mixing bowl. Add the marinade ingredients and mix well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.3 lbs. pork ribs, 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, ½ cup banana ketchup, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon liquid smoke, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Heat cooking oil in a pan. Fry the marinated pork ribs for 1½ minutes per side. Set aside.2 tablespoons cooking oil, 3 lbs. pork ribs
- Arrange all the fried ribs back in the pan. Pour in 2 cups of water and let it boil. Adjust the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and continue cooking until the water evaporates completely. Remove the pork ribs from the pan and set them aside.3 lbs. pork ribs, 2 cups water
- Add all the barbecue sauce ingredients to the pan. Turn on the heat and stir. Bring it to a simmer.1 cup banana ketchup, 3/4 cup white vinegar, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1/2 cup water
- Add the pork ribs back to the pan. Toss until the ribs are completely coated with the barbecue sauce. Continue cooking for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the ribs to a serving plate.
- Serve and enjoy!
tanya gliponeo says
Can I use pork belly instead?
Vanjo Merano says
Yes, pork belly works too. Enjoy!