Spicy Pork Spareribs

Elevate your barbecue game with these irresistible Spicy Pork Spareribs, a perfect union of bold flavors and tender, fall-off-the-bone texture. This recipe starts with a robust homemade spice rub—featuring paprika, chili powder, garlic, onion, and a touch of cayenne—for a smoky, slow-burn heat. The ribs are baked low and slow to lock in their juiciness, then lacquered with a mouthwatering glaze of tangy apple cider vinegar, sweet honey, and umami-rich soy sauce. Finished at high heat for that irresistible caramelized crust, these spareribs are a surefire crowd-pleaser for any dinner or backyard gathering. Pair them with your favorite sides, and let the bold spice and smoky sweetness steal the spotlight! Perfect for keywords like "spicy pork spareribs recipe," "oven-baked ribs," and "best rib glaze."

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 lbs pork spareribs
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Prepare the rub by mixing brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Pat the pork spareribs dry with paper towels. Coat the ribs evenly with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat to adhere.

Step 4

Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, meat side up. Cover the ribs tightly with a second piece of foil to seal them in.

Step 5

Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until they are tender but not falling apart.

Step 6

While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, and olive oil. Set aside.

Step 7

After 2.5 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully uncover them. Discard the foil.

Step 8

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared glaze.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the ribs to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting with more glaze halfway through, until the ribs are caramelized and slightly charred.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Slice between the bones and serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2121.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7931.5

Total Fat 669.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 238.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1905.1mg	0%
Sodium 6600.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 82.4g
Protein 277.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 539.7mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 4742.8mg	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: 79.5%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 5.9%