Spiced Maple Spareribs
Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly sticky, these Spiced Maple Spareribs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for rib lovers. Coated in a flavorful dry rub featuring smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne, these fall-off-the-bone pork spareribs are slow-baked to tender perfection. The star of the show is the luscious maple glaze, a rich blend of maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic, which caramelizes beautifully in the oven for a sticky-sweet finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for dinner parties, game-day gatherings, or any occasion that calls for bold, comforting flavors. Pair these ribs with your favorite sides, and don't forget extra glaze for dipping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork spareribs
- 0.5 cups maple syrup
- 0.25 cups soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cups water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the spareribs for more tender results, if it hasn’t been done already.
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create a dry rub.
Rub the spice mixture generously all over the spareribs, making sure to coat evenly.
Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or a roasting rack. Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the pan to keep the ribs moist during cooking.
Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 hours, or until the meat starts to pull away from the bones and is tender.
In the meantime, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened. Set aside.
After the ribs have finished baking, remove them from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
Brush a generous amount of the maple glaze over the ribs, coating them completely.
Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
Remove ribs from the oven, let them rest for 5 minutes, and then slice into individual portions.
Serve warm with extra glaze on the side, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 639.3 g | 820% | |
| Saturated Fat | 234.1 g | 1170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1905 mg | 635% | |
| Sodium | 8533 mg | 371% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.3 g | ||
| Protein | 277.5 g | 555% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 4386 mg | 93% | |
*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.
