Smoky Sweet Spareribs with Sauce and Beans

Indulge in the ultimate barbecue feast with these Smoky Sweet Spareribs with Sauce and Beans—an irresistible combination of tender pork ribs, a flavorful homemade rub, and a rich barbecue glaze that caramelizes to perfection. Slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender, the spareribs are coated in a smoky-sweet spice blend featuring smoked paprika and brown sugar, then finished on the grill or under the broiler for a sticky, charred finish. Paired with a side of hearty baked beans cooked with crispy bacon and sautéed onions, this recipe delivers a comforting balance of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors. Perfect for backyard gatherings or a family dinner, this crowd-pleasing dish is as satisfying as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 racks pork spareribs
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
• 2 cans baked beans (canned)
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
• 1 medium diced onion
• 4 slices bacon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Prepare the dry rub by combining smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Pat the spareribs dry with paper towels and remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, if necessary.

Step 4

Rub the dry seasoning mixture evenly onto both sides of the spareribs, pressing gently so the spices adhere.

Step 5

Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the barbecue sauce by combining barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and optional liquid smoke in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 8

To prepare the beans, dice the bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set it aside.

Step 9

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion in the bacon fat until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 10

Stir in the canned baked beans, yellow mustard, and half the cooked bacon. Let the mixture simmer on low while stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.

Step 11

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil.

Step 12

Preheat your grill to medium heat or set your oven broiler to high.

Step 13

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared barbecue sauce.

Step 14

Grill or broil the ribs for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.

Step 15

Slice the ribs into individual portions and garnish with the reserved crispy bacon.

Step 16

Serve the smoky sweet spareribs with the prepared baked beans as a side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2403.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5677.8

Total Fat 338.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 984.2mg	0%
Sodium 10794.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 439.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.9g	0%
Total Sugars 267.8g
Protein 193.0g	0%

Vitamin D 5.1IU	0%
Calcium 799.3mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 6356.5mg	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: 54.7%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 31.5%