Recipes with pork ribs are perfect for a tasty and cozy lunch, combining succulence and versatility. This cut is ideal for both quick preparations and dishes that require slow cooking, ensuring tender meat full of flavor.

Below, check out 7 delicious recipes with pork ribs to innovate at Saturday lunch!

1. Sweet and sour pork ribs

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg of rib pork cut into pieces
• 3 tablespoons of oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 chopped onion
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• Chopped chives to decorate

Preparation mode

In a container, Season the pork ribs with salt and black pepper and set aside for 30 minutes. In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat and brown the ribs. Remove from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add the garlic and onion and sauté until golden. Add soy sauce, honey, vinegar, tomato sauce, ginger and paprika. Stir until incorporated. Return the rib to the pan, covering it with the sauce. Cook over low heat until the meat is tender and the sauce reduces. Sprinkle the chives and serve immediately.

2. Pork ribs in the air fryer

Ingredients

• 1 kg of pork ribs cut into strips
• 3 crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon of mustard
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation mode

In a container, Season the pork ribs with garlic, mustard, olive oil, paprika, black pepper, salt and lemon juice. Cover and leave to marinate for 2 hours in the refrigerator to fully absorb the flavor. Preheat the air fryer at 180 °C for 5 minutes. Place the rib strips in the cooking basket air fryerleaving a space between them.

Bake the pork ribs for 30 minutes at 180°C, turning halfway through. Increase the temperature to 200°C and bake for more 8 minutes to make the surface crispy and golden. Remove the rib from air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve then.

Ingredients

• 1.2 kg of pork ribs cut into strips
• 1 cup of tea wine dry red
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 chopped onion
• 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of wheat flour
• 1 cup of meat broth
• Olive oil, salt and ground black pepper to taste

Preparation mode

In a bowl, season the rib with salt and black pepper and let it rest for 30 minutes. In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat and brown the ribs. Remove and reserve. In the same frying pan, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until golden. Add the wheat flour and stir until it turns golden in color. Add the red wine and stir well. Add the beef broth and cook over low heat until the sauce thickens and reduces slightly.

Transfer the ribs to a baking dish, pour over the wine sauce and cover with aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. In the last 20 minutes, remove the aluminum foil to brown. Serve then.

4. Grilled pork ribs

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg of pork ribs cut into strips
• Juice 2 lemons
• 4 crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Water for cooking

Preparation mode

In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, garlic, paprika, black pepper and salt. Season the ribs with this mixture, cover and leave to marinate for 2 hours. Heat the barbecue or electric grill and brush with a little olive oil to prevent the meat from sticking. Place the ribs on the grill over medium heat and turn every 5 to 7 minutes to brown evenly. Brush with olive oil or marinade to keep it moist. Once the ribs are golden and juicy, remove them from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve then.

Ingredients

• 1.2 kg of pork ribs cut into strips
• 750 ml of beer
• 1 onion cut into slices
• 4 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• Chopped green chili to finish

Preparation mode

In a container, Season the ribs with garlic, paprika, salt and black pepper. Let it rest for 30 minutes to absorb the flavor. In a pressure cooker, heat the oil over medium heat and brown the ribs. Add the onion, bay leaves and pour the beer over the top. Cover the pan and cook for 25 minutes after coming to pressure. Turn off the heat and wait for the pressure to release completely before opening the pan. Finish with green scent. Serve then.

6. Pork ribs in spicy sauce

Ingredients

Rib

• 1.5 kg of pork ribs in pieces
• 4 crushed garlic cloves
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Hot sauce

• 1 chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons of sauce tomato
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 chopped chili pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chili pepper
• 1 cup of hot water
• 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
• Salt to taste

Preparation mode

Rib

In a bowl, mix in the garlic, lemon, paprika, black pepper and salt. Rub it well into the meat and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and brown the ribs on all sides until well sealed. Remove and reserve.

Hot sauce

In the same pan as the ribs, add the onion and sauté until wilted. Add the tomato sauce, mustard, honey, finger pepper, chili pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Return the rib to the pan and mix well. Add the hot water, cover the pan and cook for 1h30 to 2 hours over low heat, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary. After the meat is tender, let it cook uncovered for a few minutes for the sauce to thicken. Serve then.

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg of pork ribs in pieces
• 4 crushed garlic cloves
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 potatoes cut into large cubes
• 2 carrots cut into thick slices
• 1 onion cut into petals
• 1 zucchini cut into thick slices
• 1 pepper cut into strips
• 4 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Preparation mode

In a bowl, mix the garlic, lemon, black pepper, salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread over the meat, cover and marinate for at least 1 hour. Place the ribs on a baking tray, cover with aluminum foil and place in a preheated oven at 200°C for around 50 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix all the vegetables with the remaining olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. After the time, remove the aluminum foil, distribute the vegetables around the rib and return to the oven for another 30 to 40 minutes, or until nicely browned. If necessary, turn the vegetables halfway through to cook evenly. Serve then.