Mexican Country Ribs

Elevate your next dinner with these tender, flavor-packed Mexican Country Ribs, a perfect union of smoky spices and tangy citrus. Featuring succulent country-style pork ribs generously coated in a zesty spice rub of chili powder, cumin, garlic, and paprika, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth texture. A hint of honey and a splash of fresh lime juice round out the rich, savory flavors, while fresh cilantro adds a bright finish. Served hot alongside warm tortillas, salsa, and classic Mexican sides like rice or beans, it's an irresistibly hearty meal that’s sure to impress. Whether for a family feast or a casual weekend gathering, these ribs deliver bold Mexican-inspired flavors with every bite. Perfect keywords for SEO: Mexican ribs recipe, country-style pork ribs, easy Mexican dinner, slow-cooked ribs, flavorful meat recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Country-style pork ribs
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the spice rub.

Step 3

Rub the country-style pork ribs with olive oil, then coat them generously with the spice rub on all sides.

Step 4

Heat a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 5

Once all the ribs are seared, reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add fresh lime juice, honey, and chicken broth, stirring to combine and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.

Step 6

Nestle the ribs back into the skillet or Dutch oven, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid. Cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the ribs from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with warm tortillas, fresh salsa, and your favorite side dishes like refried beans, rice, or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2169.4 grams (2169.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5669

Total Fat 446.80g	573%
Saturated Fat 149.60g	748%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1452mg	484%
Sodium 5564mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 33.10g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4.60g	16%
Total Sugars 18.70g
Protein 368.50g	737%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 5017mg	107%

*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: 71.5%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 2.4%