Tender spare ribs coated in a sweet‑savory Asian glaze and garnished with fresh scallions—an irresistible dish perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Author:Emma Harper
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:2½–3 hours plus 5–8 minutes for browning
Total Time:2 hours 45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baked
Cuisine:Asian-Inspired
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
UnitsScale
2lb pork spare ribs, cut into individual pieces or sections
1/2cup soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)
1/4cup honey or brown sugar
2 Tbsp hoisin sauce (optional for depth)
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sriracha or chili paste (adjust to taste)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300 °F (150 °C).
Whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin, vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and sriracha in a mixing bowl.
Place ribs in a baking dish or Dutch oven. Pour half the sauce over ribs, reserving remainder, then cover tightly with foil.
Bake low and slow for 2½–3 hours, until ribs are tender.
Remove foil, brush ribs with reserved sauce, and increase oven temperature to 425 °F (220 °C) or switch to broil.
Broil or roast 5–8 minutes until sauce is sticky, caramelized, and just charred at edges—watch closely.
Let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
For extra spice, add more sriracha or chili flakes to the glaze.
Add a splash of orange or pineapple juice for citrus brightness.
Use gochujang in place of hoisin for Korean-style flavor.
Slow cook ribs 6–7 hours on low and broil to finish for an oven-free method.
Make gluten-free by using tamari and a gluten-free hoisin.