Braised Pork Ribs

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these fall-off-the-bone Braised Pork Ribs, a hearty dish that’s slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, savory sauce. This recipe pairs tender pork ribs with a flavorful blend of caramelized onions, garlic, tomato paste, and smoky paprika, enhanced by a tangy-sweet kick from apple cider vinegar and brown sugar. Slowly braised in chicken broth with soy sauce for depth and richness, these ribs are oven-baked for three hours to ensure the meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, serve these ribs with a generous ladle of the thickened sauce and your favorite sides like creamy mashed potatoes or rustic bread. Whether you’re looking for a soul-warming main course or an impressive crowd-pleaser, these Braised Pork Ribs are a guaranteed hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Pork ribs
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Onion
• 4 large Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Trim excess fat from the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the ribs on all sides, in batches if necessary, then remove and set aside.

Step 4

Chop the onion into medium-sized pieces and finely mince the garlic.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the pot. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes, slightly caramelizing it.

Step 8

Add the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken broth, and add the bay leaves, paprika, and red pepper flakes, stirring well to mix the ingredients.

Step 10

Return the ribs to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.

Step 11

Bring the liquid to a simmer, cover the pot, and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 12

Let the ribs braise in the oven for about 3 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.

Step 13

Carefully remove the pot from the oven. Discard the bay leaves.

Step 14

If the sauce is too thin, you can remove the ribs and reduce the liquid on the stove over medium-high heat until it thickens to your liking.

Step 15

Serve the ribs hot, with the sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2308.8 grams (2308.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4589

Total Fat 347.90g	446%
Saturated Fat 120.30g	602%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1279mg	426%
Sodium 11659mg	507%
Total Carbohydrate 65.50g	24%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 34.90g
Protein 304.10g	608%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 504mg	39%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 4782mg	102%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 5.7%