Delicious Lime-Spareribs Recipe

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Delicious Lime-Spareribs Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
120 mins
Total Time:
140mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 24, 2024

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  4. Remove the spareribs from the marinade and transfer them to a baking dish. Reserve the marinade for basting.
  5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until the spareribs are tender.
  6. Every 30 minutes, baste the spareribs with the reserved marinade to keep them moist and flavorful.
  7. Remove the foil from the baking dish and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Continue baking the spareribs, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until they are browned and caramelized.
  9. Remove the spareribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  10. Garnish with lime slices and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Interesting Facts

  • Spareribs are a popular cut of pork that comes from the belly of the pig.
  • The lime juice in the marinade helps tenderize the meat and adds a refreshing tangy flavor.
  • Slow cooking the spareribs at a low temperature helps break down the collagen in the meat, resulting in tender and juicy ribs.
  • You can also grill the marinated spareribs over medium heat for about 1 hour instead of baking them in the oven.