Hot and Spicy Pork Ribs

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these Hot and Spicy Pork Ribs—a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and fiery flavors that will make any barbecue lover swoon. This recipe starts with tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs coated in a bold spice rub made from pantry staples like paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Slow-roasted to perfection, the ribs are then glazed with a mouthwatering blend of honey, apple cider vinegar, barbecue sauce, and red pepper flakes, creating a sticky, caramelized finish. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or craving a flavorful weeknight dinner, these irresistible ribs are sure to please. Serve them with your favorite sides for a crowd-pleasing meal packed with bold flavors and a kick of spice!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork ribs
• 2 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the pork ribs. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Remove the silver skin membrane on the backside of the ribs for better flavor and tenderness.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, brown sugar, and chili powder. This is the spice rub.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat to ensure it sticks.

Step 4

Place the ribs on a large baking sheet and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 6

Bake the covered ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and begins to pull away from the bones.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, barbecue sauce, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened. Set aside.

Step 8

After 2.5 hours of baking, remove the ribs from the oven and discard the aluminum foil. Brush both sides of the ribs generously with the prepared glaze.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the ribs to the oven, uncovered. Bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting with more glaze every 10 minutes, until the ribs are caramelized and slightly charred.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice into individual ribs and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1348.5 grams (1348.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3733

Total Fat 244.90g	314%
Saturated Fat 83.90g	420%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 853mg	284%
Sodium 6071mg	264%
Total Carbohydrate 193.20g	70%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 144.20g
Protein 192.80g	386%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400mg	31%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 3269mg	70%

*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: 58.8%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 20.6%