Slow Cooked Sticky Pork Spareribs
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Slow Cooked Sticky Pork Spareribs, a perfect blend of tender, fall-off-the-bone meat and a mouthwatering glaze. These ribs are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, flavorful sauce made from brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, creating a sweet and savory profile with hints of garlic and ginger. Seasoned with smoky paprika and chili powder, they’re finished with a quick broil for caramelized perfection. Garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, these sticky ribs are ideal for a cozy family dinner or a show-stopping addition to your next barbecue spread. Whether paired with classic sides like coleslaw or enjoyed on their own, these ribs guarantee finger-licking satisfaction every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Pork spareribs
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the pork spareribs by trimming any excess fat and removing the silver membrane on the back of the ribs for better tenderness and flavor.
Season both sides of the ribs with paprika, chili powder, salt, and ground black pepper, and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sauce.
Place the ribs in a slow cooker, cutting them into smaller sections if necessary to fit. Pour the prepared sauce over the ribs, ensuring they are well-coated.
Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook the ribs for 6 hours, or until they are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.
Once the ribs are done cooking, carefully remove them from the slow cooker and transfer them to a baking sheet lined with foil.
Transfer the leftover sauce from the slow cooker to a small saucepan. Over medium heat, bring the sauce to a simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to a sticky glaze.
Brush the thickened sauce generously over the ribs. For extra caramelization, place the ribs under a broiler on high heat for 3-5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before garnishing with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
Serve the ribs hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 484.4 g | 621% | |
| Saturated Fat | 176.3 g | 882% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1429 mg | 476% | |
| Sodium | 8685 mg | 378% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.6 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 261.6 g | ||
| Protein | 218.6 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3986 mg | 85% | |
*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.
