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Southern Spareribs

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These Southern spareribs are a true comfort food classic, delivering tender, fall-off-the-bone meat with a rich, savory-sweet flavor profile. The secret lies in a simple yet effective marinade of tomato juice, cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, which penetrates the meat during a long refrigeration period. Slow-roasting them covered in foil ensures they become incredibly juicy and tender without drying out. The result is a dish that balances smoky depth with a pleasant tang and subtle heat from black pepper and mustard. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or lazy weekend meals, these ribs require minimal active effort but reward you with maximum satisfaction. Serve them straight from the pan with the flavorful cooking juices spooned over the top for an authentic home-style experience.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 1651.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Southern spareribs are a true comfort food classic, delivering tender, fall-off-the-bone meat with a rich, savory-sweet flavor profile. The secret lies in a simple yet effective marinade of tomato juice, cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, which penetrates the meat during a long refrigeration period. Slow-roasting them covered in foil ensures they become incredibly juicy and tender without drying out. The result is a dish that balances smoky depth with a pleasant tang and subtle heat from black pepper and mustard. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or lazy weekend meals, these ribs require minimal active effort but reward you with maximum satisfaction. Serve them straight from the pan with the flavorful cooking juices spooned over the top for an authentic home-style experience.
Ingredients
  • 6 pound Pork spareribs -- 2 pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper -- freshly
  • 1 can Tomato juice (6 ounces)
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1/2 cup Cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Dark brown sugar, finely packed
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dry mustard
Directions
  1. 1
    Season the pork spareribs generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. 2
    Place the seasoned ribs in a 17x12x12 inch disposable aluminum foil roasting pan.
  3. 3
    In a separate bowl, combine tomato juice, finely chopped onion, cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, and dry mustard.
  4. 4
    Stir the marinade mixture until thoroughly blended and the sugar is dissolved.
  5. 5
    Pour the marinade evenly over the ribs in the roasting pan, ensuring all sides of the meat are coated.
  6. 6
    Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for 3 hours to overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  7. 7
    Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
  8. 8
    Cover the roasting pan securely with heavy-duty aluminum foil to trap steam.
  9. 9
    Bake the ribs until they are tender and pull away from the bone, approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
  10. 10
    Remove from oven, carefully cut the ribs into 2-3 rib sections, and serve with the pan juices spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1651.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 95.4g147%
Saturated Fat 34.1g171%
Cholesterol 544.8mg182%
Sodium 5297.5mg221%
Total Carbohydrate 0.8g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 184.0g368%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a richer sauce, you can remove the foil during the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow the juices to reduce and thicken slightly.

If the sauce is too sweet, balance it with an additional splash of cider vinegar. If its too tangy, add a bit more brown sugar.

Leftover ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave with a splash of the sauce to prevent drying out.

For a smokier flavor, consider adding 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika or liquid smoke to the marinade.

Keywords: spareribs, pork, southern, barbecue, roasted, tender, marinated, comfort food, potluck, family dinner, slow cooked, savory, sweet, vinegar, tomato juice, worcestershire, brown sugar, onion, mustard, foil roast
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