These lime-spareribs are a perfect combination of tangy and tender, perfect for a family barbecue or a gathering with friends. The marinade of lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, and spices infuses the ribs with a burst of flavor. Slow cooking them in the oven or on the grill ensures that they are fall-off-the-bone tender. Serve them with your favorite sides and enjoy a mouthwatering meal!
Ingredients
- 4 pounds of spareribs
- 1 cup of lime juice
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 lime, sliced for garnish
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Stir well to create a marinade.
- Place the spareribs in a resealable plastic bag or a large, shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the spareribs, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Remove the spareribs from the marinade and transfer them to a baking dish. Reserve the marinade for basting.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until the spareribs are tender.
- Every 30 minutes, baste the spareribs with the reserved marinade to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Remove the foil from the baking dish and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
- Continue baking the spareribs, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until they are browned and caramelized.
- Remove the spareribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with lime slices and serve hot with your favorite sides.
