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From The Country Victualler:
Sticky BBQ Pork Belly Ribs with Fresh Crunch Wraps
Summer BBQ Series | Modern British Cooking Inspiration
A sticky, slow-glazed rib recipe built around rich British pork belly. Finished with fresh, crunchy wraps for contrast — this is BBQ food designed for sharing, tearing, and getting a little messy.
Recipe Overview
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 1.5–2 hours (or low & slow BBQ)
- Serves: 2–4
- Best for: BBQs, sharing boards, weekend feasting
About This Recipe
This dish takes rich British pork belly ribs and gives them a modern BBQ twist — sticky, sweet, slightly smoky, and finished with fresh crunchy wraps for balance.
It’s the kind of food that doesn’t sit neatly on a plate… it gets pulled apart, shared, and eaten with your hands.
Ingredients
- 1 pack Country Victualler pork belly ribs (600g / 4 ribs)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
- Fresh cucumber, shredded carrot, spring onion
- Flatbreads or lettuce leaves for wrapping
Method
- Preheat oven to 160°C (or prepare BBQ for indirect heat).
- Mix soy, honey, sugar, vinegar, garlic, paprika, and chilli to create a glaze.
- Coat ribs generously and place in foil.
- Cook low and slow for 1.5–2 hours until tender.
- Unwrap, brush with extra glaze, and finish under grill or BBQ flame for caramelisation.
- Rest briefly before slicing or pulling apart.
CV Kitchen Tips: The Perfect Bite
The secret is contrast — rich, sticky pork with something fresh and crisp.
- Use lettuce or flatbread to balance richness
- Add fresh herbs for lift (mint or coriander works well)
- Serve straight from the tray for a more casual, shared feel
Serving Suggestions
Pile onto a board and let everyone build their own wraps. Best enjoyed outdoors, slightly messy, and straight from the tray.
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