Last Updated on June 27, 2025
These Easy BBQ Hot Honey Party Ribs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Fall-off-the-bone tender and glazed with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, they’re bold, sticky, and downright irresistible. Paired with a crisp honey-lime slaw for a zesty crunch, this dish brings the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and freshness to any party plate!

Easy BBQ Hot Honey Party Ribs with Honey-Lime Slaw
Ingredients
- 1 rack ButcherBox St. Louis Ribs
- 2 tbsp ButcherBox BBQ Rub
- Sweet & Smoky
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional for the tangy taste)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
- 1 carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Remove silver skin from the back of ribs (optional, helps tenderness).
- Rub all over with BBQ Rub Sweet & Smoky, plus a light sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Shred the cabbage and carrot using a grater or food processor. Chop cilantro.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Set it aside.
How to Cook
- Place ribs on a foil-lined sheet pan meat-side up.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake at 400°F for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil, brush ribs generously with hot honey glaze, and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes, until sticky and caramelized.
- While waiting for the ribs, in a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt & pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrot, and cilantro.
- Pour dressing over veggies and toss well.
- Slice ribs between bones and plate. Serve with a big scoop of honey-lime slaw.
- Garnish with lime wedges or cilantro if desired.
Chef Jason Goldstein, aka Chef Jay, is a fun-loving, NYC-based chef. Known for his vibrant personality and quick, comforting recipes, Chef Jay combines bold flavors with a pinch of positivity to bring joy to every kitchen. From stress-free meals to creative culinary hacks, Chef Jay’s mission is to make cooking both happy and delicious!