Barbecued Spareribs Recipe

Name: Barbecued Spareribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (3 lb) pork spareribs, rinsed and patted dry; 4 teaspoons black pepper; 4 teaspoons salt; 4 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 cup ketchup; 1 cup water; ½ cup cider vinegar; 12 lemon, juice of; 12 lemon, zest of, grated; 4 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

2 (3 lb) pork spareribs, rinsed and patted dry
4 teaspoons black pepper
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 cup ketchup
1 cup water
½ cup cider vinegar
12 lemon, juice of
12 lemon, zest of, grated
4 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
In a small bowl, mix the dry rub ingredients.
2
Sprinkle 1 slab of ribs with a quarter of the rub, working it in with your fingers.
3
Turn the slab over and repeat.
4
Work remaining rub into second slab of ribs.
5
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
6
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
7
Place the ribs, fat side up, on a rack in a large, shallow roasting pan.
8
Cover the pan with foil.
9
Cook for 1 hour; turn ribs over with tongs; cook for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, or until the meat between the ribs is tender when cut with a sharp knife.
10
Making the sauce:.
11
To make the sauce, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
12
Add the onion, garlic and ginger.
13
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
14
Stir in remaining ingredients.
15
Simmer, partially covered, for 25 minutes longer.
16
Brush the cooked ribs liberally with the sauce.
17
Return to the oven and cook uncovered, for 10 minutes or until glazed and browned, turning ribs once with tongs.
18
Cut with sharp knife and enjoy.
19
Extra sauce can be used as a condiment for your cooked ribs.

552

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (3 lb) pork spareribs, rinsed and patted dry, 4 teaspoons black pepper, 4 teaspoons salt, 4 teaspoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Spareribs falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barbecued Spareribs

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Variations & substitutions

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