Glazed Pork Spareribs

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 17

Sticky Glazed Pork Spareribs that are sure to satisfy your cravings

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr 45 min

Ready In

1 hr 55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

509

Sugar

40g

Fat

32g

If you're looking for a sticky, finger-licking-good pork recipe that's perfect for barbecues or gatherings, these Glazed Pork Spareribs are just what you need. The pork spareribs are baked in the oven until tender, then covered in a sticky, tangy glaze made from butter, brown sugar, honey, and lemon juice. The dish is easy to make and only requires minimal hands-on time, leaving you free to enjoy your gathering with friends and family. Serve with a side of your choice and get ready to enjoy the compliments!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2.	In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the brown sugar, dry mustard, honey, and lemon juice, stirring until well combined. Remove from heat.
3.	Place the pork spareribs in a baking dish and pour over the apple juice. Cover tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
4.	Remove the foil and baste the spareribs with the glaze. Return to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 30-45 minutes, or until the meat is tender and golden brown.
5.	Remove the spareribs from the oven and transfer them to a large plate. Pour the juices from the baking dish into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Whisk in the cornflour (cornstarch) to thicken the sauce.
6.	Serve the spareribs with the glaze on top and a side of your choice.

PROS

These spareribs are sticky, tangy, and sweet – the perfect combination of flavors.
They are also easy to make and require minimal hands-on time.

This dish is perfect for any barbecue or gathering, and is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

CONS

Spareribs are a high-fat food and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
This recipe is also quite sugary, so it is best enjoyed as an occasional treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a great source of protein, B vitamins, iron, and zinc. It can also help with muscle growth and repair.
However, it is important to choose lean cuts of pork to reduce saturated fat intake. This recipe also includes honey, which has antibacterial properties, and lemon juice, which is high in vitamin C.

	60 g butter
	1/2 cup brown sugar
	1 teaspoon dry mustard
	2 tablespoons honey
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	500 g pork spareribs
	1 cup apple juice
	1 tablespoon cornflour ( cornstarch )