Description
This Glazed Spareribs recipe features tender pork spare ribs simmered to perfection and finished on the grill with a rich, sweet, and tangy glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and sautéed onions. Perfectly balanced and full of smoky flavor, these ribs pair wonderfully with classic sides like loaded baked potatoes or coleslaw.
Ingredients
Scale
Ribs
- 1 rack pork spare ribs, 2-3 lbs
Glaze
- ¼ cup onion, diced
- ½ Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ¾ cup ketchup
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 dry bay leaf, halved
Instructions
- Simmer the Ribs: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the spare ribs, reduce heat to medium, and let them simmer gently for 20-25 minutes to tenderize the meat. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Glaze Base: Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Make the Glaze: To the sautéed onions, add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and the halved dry bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce heat and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes, stirring often. Remove and discard the bay leaf before using.
- Apply Initial Glaze: Place the ribs on a plate and pour about half of the glaze over them. Use a basting brush to spread the sauce evenly on both sides of the ribs.
- Grill the Ribs: Preheat your grill and cook the ribs for 20-25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. During grilling, baste frequently with a clean basting brush, applying the remaining glaze near the end of cooking to build up a sticky, flavorful coating.
- Serve: Remove the ribs from the grill and serve hot with your favorite loaded baked potato or coleslaw for a classic barbecue meal.
Notes
- This recipe doubles easily to accommodate larger groups or for leftovers.
- Simmering the ribs before grilling ensures tender meat and reduces grilling time.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the glaze by varying the brown sugar quantity to your preference.
- Use indirect heat on your grill to avoid burning the glaze while still achieving a delicious char.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 rack (approx. 6-7 oz)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
