Bunratty Castle Pork Ribs

Transport your taste buds to the lush Irish countryside with these Bunratty Castle Pork Ribs, a dish inspired by the hearty flavors of medieval feasts. These tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs are first coated in a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, then slow-roasted to perfection for irresistible flavor and texture. The pièce de résistance is a luscious honey-Dijon glaze, infused with fresh thyme, rosemary, and a hint of tangy apple cider vinegar, which caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special gathering, these ribs are best served with rustic sides like roasted potatoes or crusty bread to complete the medieval-inspired dining experience. Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or a themed party, this recipe is sure to impress with its unforgettable taste and presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (about 4 lbs total) pork ribs
• 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the pork ribs if it hasn’t been done already for easier seasoning penetration.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork ribs and let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, olive oil, and water.

Step 6

Stir the mixture frequently and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened to create the marinade glaze.

Step 7

Place the ribs on a wire rack set over a parchment-lined baking sheet or roasting pan. Brush half of the glaze generously over the ribs.

Step 8

Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, ensuring the ribs cook slowly and remain tender.

Step 9

Remove the foil and brush another layer of glaze over the ribs. Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 10 minutes, until the ribs are caramelized and golden.

Step 11

Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing them into individual portions.

Step 12

Serve the Bunratty Castle Pork Ribs with rustic sides like roasted potatoes or crusty bread for an authentic medieval-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1198.4 grams (1198.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3267

Total Fat 232.90g	299%
Saturated Fat 80.30g	401%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 853mg	284%
Sodium 5906mg	257%
Total Carbohydrate 107.10g	39%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 98.40g
Protein 188.60g	377%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 2295mg	49%

*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: 63.9%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 13.1%