Sweet N Sour Ribs

Get ready to sink your teeth into these irresistible Sweet N Sour Ribs, a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! This crowd-pleasing recipe features tender, oven-baked pork ribs coated in a glossy sauce made with bold ingredients like ketchup, rice vinegar, pineapple juice, and brown sugar. Starting with a quick sear for golden-brown edges, the ribs are then slow baked to perfection, ensuring fall-off-the-bone tenderness. The thickened sweet-and-sour glaze, brushed on right before the final bake, creates a sticky, caramelized finish that’s hard to resist. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is perfect for serving alongside steamed rice or noodles for a comforting, restaurant-quality meal made right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Pork ribs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Pineapple juice
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 units Green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cut the pork ribs into smaller sections, about 2-3 ribs each, and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Season the ribs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 5

Transfer the seared ribs to a baking dish in a single layer.

Step 6

In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 7

Add the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple juice to the skillet. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Pour the sauce evenly over the ribs in the baking dish, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 10

While the ribs are baking, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry.

Step 11

After 45 minutes, remove the foil from the ribs and carefully pour the sauce from the baking dish into a saucepan.

Step 12

Bring the sauce to a simmer on the stovetop and whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 13

Brush the thickened sauce over the ribs evenly, then return the ribs to the oven uncovered. Bake for another 15 minutes for a glossy finish.

Step 14

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

Step 15

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm with rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1380.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3322.8

Total Fat 243.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 852.7mg	0%
Sodium 4766.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 73.7g
Protein 190.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 369.4mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2393.2mg	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: 65.6%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 11.6%