Myrt's Spareribs

Tender, sticky, and bursting with flavor, Myrt's Spareribs are a show-stopping recipe perfect for family dinners or backyard barbecues. These oven-baked pork spareribs are smothered in a rich, homemade marinade featuring sweet brown sugar, tangy apple cider vinegar, honey, and a zesty kick of garlic and ginger. Slowly roasted to perfection, the meat becomes irresistibly tender and caramelized, with a glossy, thickened sauce that clings to every bite. With a quick prep time and an approachable cooking method, this dish is ideal for both beginner and seasoned cooks alike. Serve these savory spareribs alongside creamy coleslaw or roasted vegetables to impress your guests with this easy yet indulgent recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Pork spareribs
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 0.5 cups Soy sauce
• 0.5 cups Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for slurry)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Rinse the spareribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Cut the rack of ribs into individual ribs or smaller portions for easier handling, if desired.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground black pepper, and 1 cup of water. This will be your marinade and sauce.

Step 5

Place the spareribs into a large baking dish in a single layer. Pour the marinade evenly over the ribs, ensuring every piece is well coated.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 2 hours, basting the ribs with the marinade every 30 minutes.

Step 7

After 2 hours, remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Continue baking for an additional 20–30 minutes, basting the ribs occasionally, until the sauce becomes sticky and the ribs develop a rich caramelized color.

Step 8

Remove the ribs from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter.

Step 9

To thicken the remaining sauce, pour it into a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the simmering sauce, cooking until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 10

Drizzle the thickened sauce over the ribs, or serve it on the side for dipping.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2042.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6039.2

Total Fat 479.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 175.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1428.8mg	0%
Sodium 6252.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 126.6g
Protein 215.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.9mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3637.6mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 10.5%