Oven Barbecue Spareribs Recipe

Name: Oven Barbecue Spareribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork back ribs, cut into serving size pieces; SAUCE; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon reserved fat or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 dash hot pepper sauce; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 cup chili sauce or 1 cup ketchup; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon chili powder

Servings: persons

4 lbs pork back ribs, cut into serving size pieces
SAUCE
1 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon reserved fat or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup chili sauce or 1 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder

1
Place ribs in a baking dish. Cover with foil.
2
Bake in 450 degrees Fahrenheit oven for 15 minutes.
3
Drain fat and reserve 1 Tablespoon for the sauce.
4
Sauce:
5
In a skillet heat reserved fat or vegetable oil. Add onions and saute for a few minutes until golden brown.
6
Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Taste and adjust seasonings. Pour sauce over ribs in baking dish.
8
Cover and bake in 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 1-1/4 hours until tender.
9
Remove cover, and bake an additional 30 minutes, basting often, until browned and glazed.

1247

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs pork back ribs, cut into serving size pieces, SAUCE, 1 cup onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon reserved fat or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Oven Barbecue 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!

Oven Barbecue Spareribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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