Spareribs from Waikiki

Transport your taste buds to paradise with these mouthwatering Spareribs from Waikiki, a tropical twist on classic comfort food. This recipe combines tender, oven-baked pork spareribs with a rich, tangy-sweet glaze made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, and a hint of ginger and garlic. The ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, then topped with caramelized pineapple chunks for a burst of island-inspired flavor. With a final garnish of green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for family dinners or summer barbecues, these Hawaiian-style spareribs bring a taste of the tropics right to your table. Ideal for keyword searches like "tropical spareribs," "Hawaiian pork recipes," and "pineapple-glazed ribs," this recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleaser in any kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork spareribs
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned, in juice)
• 1.5 cups pineapple juice (reserved from can)
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onion (thinly sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cut the spareribs into individual pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the spareribs on all sides until they are golden brown. This will take about 7-10 minutes. Remove the browned ribs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to form a slurry. Gradually add this slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Place the seared spareribs in a baking dish. Pour the thickened sauce over the ribs, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 60 minutes.

Step 9

After 60 minutes, remove the foil and scatter the pineapple chunks over the ribs. Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the spareribs are tender and caramelized.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving. Enjoy your tropical-inspired Spareribs from Waikiki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1850.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4496.6

Total Fat 347.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 2424.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 121.9g
Protein 141.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 363.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2999.2mg	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: 71.8%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 15.2%