Savory Honey-Mustard Glazed Ribs
Savor the irresistible taste of these oven-baked spareribs, slathered in a sweet and tangy honey-mustard glaze. Perfectly cooked to enhance their natural juiciness, these ribs are an explosion of flavor with warm hints of garlic, paprika, and oregano. They are baked to tender perfection and finished with a delectable, finger-licking glaze. Adjust the cayenne pepper to your liking, or omit it for a milder version—either way, you're in for a treat. Pair these ribs with my recipe #186700 for a delightful meal your family won't forget!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
pork spareribs
3 lbs (cut into serving size pieces)
black pepper
to taste (optional seasoning)
vegetable oil
1/3 cup (for glaze)
liquid honey
1/4 cup (for glaze)
soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons (for glaze)
lemon juice
6 tablespoons (freshly squeezed, for glaze)
Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons (for glaze)
paprika
2 teaspoons (for glaze)
seasoning salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (or 1 teaspoon white salt for glaze)
dried oregano
1 teaspoon (rubbed between fingers to release flavors for glaze)
cayenne pepper
1 pinch (optional for heat in glaze)
garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon (for glaze, adjust to taste)
minced yellow onions
3 tablespoons (for glaze)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Line a shallow roasting pan with aluminum foil for easy clean-up.
3
If desired, season the ribs with a sprinkle of black pepper on both sides.
4
Arrange the ribs bone-side down in the roasting pan, cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour. After baking, carefully drain the excess fat from the pan.
5
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, seasoning salt, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), garlic powder, and minced onions until well combined.
6
After one hour, remove the foil and brush a generous amount of the prepared glaze onto both sides of the ribs.
7
Return the ribs to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 10 minutes, until the ribs are tender and the glaze is caramelized.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Honey-Mustard Glazed Ribs?
These are oven-baked pork spareribs coated in a sweet and tangy honey-mustard glaze with warm hints of garlic, paprika, and oregano.
What type of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of pork spareribs, cut into serving size pieces.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How should I prepare the roasting pan?
Line a shallow roasting pan with aluminum foil to ensure an easy clean-up process.
Should the ribs be seasoned before the first stage of baking?
Yes, if desired, you can sprinkle both sides of the ribs with black pepper as an optional seasoning.
How should the ribs be positioned in the pan?
Arrange the ribs bone-side down in the roasting pan.
How long do the ribs bake initially?
The ribs are baked covered with foil for 1 hour at the start.
What do I do after the first hour of baking?
Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully drain the excess fat from the roasting pan.
What ingredients are used to make the glaze?
The glaze is made by whisking together vegetable oil, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, seasoning salt, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and minced onions.
How much vegetable oil is needed for the glaze?
You will need 1/3 cup of vegetable oil for the glaze.
What type of honey should be used?
The recipe specifies using 1/4 cup of liquid honey.
How much soy sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Is fresh lemon juice necessary?
Yes, use 6 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor in the glaze.
What amount of Worcestershire sauce is needed?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
How much paprika is used in the glaze?
Add 2 teaspoons of paprika to the glaze mixture.
Can I use regular salt instead of seasoning salt?
Yes, you can substitute 1 1/2 teaspoons of seasoning salt with 1 teaspoon of white salt.
What is the secret to using dried oregano in this recipe?
Rub 1 teaspoon of dried oregano between your fingers before adding it to release its natural flavors.
Is the recipe spicy?
It has a mild kick from a pinch of cayenne pepper, which is optional and can be adjusted or omitted for a milder version.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe suggests 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, but you can adjust this to your personal taste.
What type of onions are used?
Use 3 tablespoons of minced yellow onions for the glaze.
When do I apply the glaze to the ribs?
Brush a generous amount of glaze onto both sides of the ribs after the initial 1-hour baking period is finished.
Do I cover the ribs after applying the glaze?
No, return the ribs to the oven and bake them uncovered for the final 30 minutes.
How often should I baste the ribs during the final baking step?
Baste the ribs with the remaining glaze every 10 minutes during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
How do I know the ribs are done?
The ribs are done when they are tender and the honey-mustard glaze has become caramelized.
Can I make these ribs less sweet?
The honey provides the sweetness; you can slightly reduce the honey or increase the lemon juice if you prefer a more tart flavor.
Is this a fast recipe?
This recipe takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes of baking time, excluding preparation time.
What can I serve with these ribs?
The recipe author recommends pairing these ribs with recipe #186700 for a delightful family meal.
Are these ribs juicy?
Yes, they are baked to tender perfection to enhance their natural juiciness.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is considered comfort food, barbecue, and a family-friendly easy recipe.
Is the glaze thick or thin?
The glaze starts as a whisked liquid but becomes a delectable, finger-licking caramelized coating after baking.