Country-Style Pork Ribs in Oven - Simple Recipe
Country-style pork ribs offer a rich and tender alternative to regular ribs. This easy, budget-friendly recipe is not only delicious but might just become your new favorite way to enjoy pork.
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Calories: 558kcal
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Oven
- 9 X 13-inch Baking Dish
- Heavy-Duty Foil (or Regular Foil)
- Slotted Spatula
- Broiler-Safe Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl and Measuring Spoons
- Airtight Container (for Leftovers)
- Basting Brush (optional)
- Glass Jar (optional)
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Country-Style Pork Ribs (about 8 ribs)
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tsp Smoked Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- The Prologue: Preheat your oven to a scintillating 325°F. Arrange the ribs in a single, ungreased layer within the vast expanse of a 9 X 13-inch rimmed baking dish.
- The Composition: Mix the dry rub elements into a flavorful crescendo, and with a graceful hand, sprinkle this symphony onto the ribs, setting the stage for the culinary performance.
- The Oven Sonata: Cover the baking dish with a tightly drawn curtain of heavy-duty foil, or, if you prefer, a double layer of regular foil. The orchestra, i.e., the ribs, will play their tender tune for approximately 2 hours.
- Intermission: With a slotted spatula, transport the cooked ribs to a broiler-safe haven—a foil-lined, rimmed baking sheet. Arrange them artfully, exposing the fat to the broiler element, as the anticipation builds.
- The Climax: Switch the oven to a dramatic broil on high (500°F), positioning an oven rack 6 inches below the broiler element (not directly below). The goal—sublime browning of the fat, a visual crescendo lasting 3-4 minutes.
- The Finale: Baste the ribs with the pan juices, a final act of culinary grace, before serving this opulent dish.
Notes
- A reminder: Use ribs from the pork shoulder, not the loin. Ribs cut from the loin may succumb to dryness during the prolonged performance.
- Optional Symphony: The pan juices need not be discarded; instead, consider straining them into a glass jar. Refrigerate until the fat separates, leaving behind a rich, flavorful broth. A versatile encore for reheating or as a foundation for future sauces and gravies.
- The Epilogue: Leftovers, if any, can be stored in the fridge within an airtight container, ready for a 3-4 day encore. Gently reheat, covered, in the microwave at 50% power for a nostalgic revisit to this gastronomic masterpiece.
Nutrition
Calories: 558kcal