Spiced Maple Spareribs

Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly sticky, these Spiced Maple Spareribs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for rib lovers. Coated in a flavorful dry rub featuring smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne, these fall-off-the-bone pork spareribs are slow-baked to tender perfection. The star of the show is the luscious maple glaze, a rich blend of maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic, which caramelizes beautifully in the oven for a sticky-sweet finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for dinner parties, game-day gatherings, or any occasion that calls for bold, comforting flavors. Pair these ribs with your favorite sides, and don't forget extra glaze for dipping!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pounds pork spareribs
• 0.5 cups maple syrup
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the spareribs for more tender results, if it hasn’t been done already.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create a dry rub.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture generously all over the spareribs, making sure to coat evenly.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or a roasting rack. Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the pan to keep the ribs moist during cooking.

Step 6

Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 hours, or until the meat starts to pull away from the bones and is tender.

Step 7

In the meantime, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened. Set aside.

Step 8

After the ribs have finished baking, remove them from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).

Step 9

Brush a generous amount of the maple glaze over the ribs, coating them completely.

Step 10

Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.

Step 11

Remove ribs from the oven, let them rest for 5 minutes, and then slice into individual portions.

Step 12

Serve warm with extra glaze on the side, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2076.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7749.2

Total Fat 639.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 234.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1905.1mg	0%
Sodium 8532.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 124.3g
Protein 277.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476.2mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 4385.8mg	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: 77.7%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 7.3%