Costilla de Puerco

Succulent and flavor-packed, Costilla de Puerco is a traditional Mexican dish that transforms pork ribs into a tender, fall-off-the-bone delight. Marinated in a vibrant blend of lime juice, garlic, and spices like cumin and oregano, the ribs are then slow-braised in a smoky chipotle and chicken stock sauce for unrivaled depth of flavor. This dish combines the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and spicy notes, creating a crowd-pleaser perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these tender ribs with warm tortillas, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh cilantro for an authentic finishing touch. With its rich aroma, slow-cooking techniques, and bold seasoning, Costilla de Puerco is sure to become a standout in your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1500 grams pork ribs
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 60 milliliters lime juice
• 10 grams salt
• 5 grams black pepper
• 5 grams ground cumin
• 10 grams dried oregano
• 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 30 milliliters vegetable oil
• 500 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 medium onion
• 20 grams fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the pork ribs. If needed, separate the ribs and remove any excess fat. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, make a paste by finely mincing the garlic cloves and mixing them with lime juice, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and dried oregano.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are well-coated. Let the ribs marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for several hours or overnight for better flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).

Step 5

In a food processor, blend the chipotle peppers with adobo sauce until smooth and set aside.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-proof pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the ribs in batches, searing them on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 8

In the same pot, add the onion, chopped finely, and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken stock and the blended chipotle mixture, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 10

Return the ribs to the pot, ensuring they are completely covered with the liquid.

Step 11

Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 2 hours or until the ribs are tender and the meat is falling off the bone.

Step 12

Remove the pot from the oven. Let the ribs rest in the cooking liquid for about 10 minutes.

Step 13

Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 14

Serve the costilla de puerco with warm tortillas, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2330.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4954.4

Total Fat 386.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 1440mg	0%
Sodium 5625.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 338.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 675.5mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 4201.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.5%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 3.4%