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Jim’s Country Style BBQ Ribs

By Valerie · September 7, 2013 · Updated May 24, 2020 15 Comments

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Bold seasoning, a sweet/heat flavor combination, and some time on the grill turn an inexpensive cut of meat into an irresistibly delicious meal. My brother Jim’s Country Style BBQ Ribs are unforgettable.

A plate of Jim's Country Style BBQ Ribs

Over Labor Day weekend we took a trip up north for a quick end of summer vacation to a quaint and unbelievably beautiful area of Northern California. A place I visited every summer with my family growing up and have continued to visit each and every year with my own kids.

Jim's house.

My brother, Jim, and my wonderful sister-in-law Gale, recently retired and wisely relocated to this incredible place in the mountains a few months ago. This was my first opportunity to visit their beautiful new home, nestled up high in the forest. They had us over for dinner and Jim, in true brother Jim style, grilled up some ribs that I knew I had to share with you.

My brother, Jim

Tell me about them ribs Jim! It can be hard to pin the man down on his recipes but I was on it this time.

Jim is the only male in a family of six. Yes, he has five sisters and somehow he survived. Growing up in a predominantly female household makes him a pretty special guy. He might argue that point but I’m sticking to it. He’s a great conversationalist, an amazing photographer, a comedian, and one of the best cooks I know. My husband still talks about spaghetti sauce Jim made for us years ago. What the heck was in that sauce Jim? I’ll force it out of him one of these days.

Montreal Steak Seasoning, Garlic Salt, Kinder's BBQ Sauce, Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce

In addition to a package of country style ribs you’ll need some McCormick’s Montreal Steak Seasoning, garlic salt, Kinder’s Mild and Hot BBQ Sauce (or brand of your choice), and some sweet chili sauce. I found the Kinder’s easily right at my own neighborhood grocery store and I’m hooked! It’s incredible stuff. If you use another brand, try to find something with a little heat. The slightly sweet/heat combination is what really makes these ribs so special.

The ribs on the grill.

Country style ribs are a meaty, flavorful, inexpensive cut which makes them a good choice when serving a group. Jim seasoned the ribs with the steak seasoning and garlic salt and then marinated them in the sweet chili sauce. After marinating for a couple of hours, they were ready for the grill.

Jim cooked the ribs over indirect heat for about 45 minutes then moved them over direct heat and began basting them with a mixture of hot and mild Kinder’s BBQ Sauce while they finished cooking.

Cocktails on the table.

While the ribs cooked, we sat with sis-in-law, Gale, on the deck sipping cocktails made by my husband who we all believe was a bartender in another life. He took a look at my brother’s offerings and threw these together. A little gin, a little fruit juice, fresh lemon, fresh lime, a touch of Triple Sec and an apple wedge garnish. So fresh, just the right amount of sweetness, and so summery.

Me with my sister, Barb.

Here I am (left) with my sister Barb (right). She popped over for dinner from her place near by. She also lives in the area and it was so great to see her. My sister Marj was with us as well but was behind the camera for this shot. Tough beans Marj. Aaah, just kiddin’.

Jim's Country Style BBQ Ribs in a serving dish.

The sweet chili sauce in combination with the BBQ sauce creates a really beautiful and incredibly tasty caramelization.

Time to serve up!

Boy #4 serving up.

Boy #4 was a happy camper. Ribs, potatoes, and corn on the cob. That just about covers it. Another excellent side dish choice is my Skillet Corn with Jalapeno.

Paul, Jim, and Boy #4 in Jim's living room.

The guys relaxing after the big meal. We fell in love with the new fireplace they just had done. What a gorgeous focal point for this great big room. I can only imagine how pretty it will be to look out those windows when the snow comes and there is a big, roaring fire in that fireplace.

Jim's Country StyleBBQ Ribs on a white plate with corn on the cob.

If you get a chance to fire up the grill one more time this summer, give these a try!

A country style rib coated in BBQ sauce and an ear of corn on the cob.

Jim’s Country Style BBQ Ribs

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Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Valerie Brunmeier

Ingredients

  • 6 bone-in country style ribs approximately 3-1/2 pounds
  • 2 teaspoons Lawry's Garlic Salt or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning or to taste
  • 1-1/2 cups Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce
  • Kinder's Mild and Hot BBQ Sauce or brand of your choice, for basting

Instructions

  • Season ribs with garlic salt and steak seasoning on all sides. Place in a large dish and add the sweet chili sauce, turning to coat the ribs. Cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight.
  • Place on the grill and cook, covered, over low or indirect heat, turning occasionally. While ribs are cooking, combine some of the mild and hot BBQ sauce in a small mixing bowl to achieve the heat level desired. After about 45 minutes, baste the ribs with sauce. Increase heat and continue to cook, basting every now and then and turning often, for another 15 to 20 minutes or till cooked through and nicely caramelized.

Notes

Don't pierce ribs with a fork while cooking. To retain the juices use tongs to turn them on the grill.
When cooking pork it's important to cook to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Look for the Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce in the Asian section of your grocery store. Click HERE to find out where you can find Kinder's BBQ sauce in your area.
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  1. Doug Ament says

    September 12, 2017 at 1:20 pm

    What is covered “indirect heat” for your ribs???

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    • Valerie says

      September 12, 2017 at 1:40 pm

      Hi Doug. Cooking over indirect heat is a great method that helps create a really tender result in cuts like ribs. Basically, you just don’t want the heat source directly underneath the ribs. If you’re cooking on a charcoal grill, pile your charcoal more to one side so that you can move the ribs over when needed. Here are some great instructions for achieving the same effect on a gas grill from Epicurious.

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  2. vicki melton says

    September 28, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    I would love to be able to convert this to oven directions re oven temp and times. we don’t grill. but those ribs look wonderful. anyone want to take a stab at it.???

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  3. Marjorie Faisst says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    Yum, yum, yum, yum, yum! Can’t wait to fire up the grill for these! You must post the recipe for the beautiful cocktails in the picture. Thanks for sharing. Keep it coming.

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  4. Shelby says

    September 26, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    These ribs look delicious! It looks like a great time….and I’ll take a drink or two myself!

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  5. Gina says

    September 16, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    Another delicious recipe!! Thank you Val and brother Jim!

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  6. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says

    September 13, 2013 at 10:55 am

    What a beautiful and relaxing trip with family! You have this way of making me feel like I’m sitting right at the table with you, Val! So glad you shared this post. And these ribs, OMG. Jim knows what he’s doing!

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  7. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    September 12, 2013 at 9:41 pm

    Sweet chili sauce and montreal steak seasonings! Both are my favorite seasonings and what a great idea to make ribs with them. Printing out now… 😀 Sounds like you had a great holiday! I want to go to mountains for vacation while my kids and husband wants beach. I never win… miss going to the woods! 🙂

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  8. Patricia Holladay says

    September 10, 2013 at 2:38 pm

    Beautiful home and I will definitely be trying the BBQ Ribs. Enjoyed the pics and reading about your family. Thanks

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  9. Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says

    September 9, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    Valerie, you have a wonderful blog! I enjoyed reading your About page and you have a lovely family. How fabulous to be surrounded by such handsome, sweet men! But, I had to laugh about how you are still trying to figure out the male brain. Ha! It must be a challenge being out-numbered. 😉 Tasty BBQ recipe you have shared. We keep grilling even when the snow flies here in Indy! Thanks for sharing. And, please tell your sister that I love her outfit! She has good taste. (I like that boho look.) So nice to meet you, girl! Happy cookin’ and bakin’!

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    • Valerie says

      September 9, 2013 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks so much Stacy! I’m so glad you stopped by. Love your site as well. I will be sure and tell my sis 🙂

      Reply
  10. Nora says

    September 9, 2013 at 9:23 am

    Those look amazing!

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