Bourbon-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Spare Ribs
Bourbon-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Spare Ribs deliver a mouthwatering blend of sweet and smoky flavors that will impress your family and friends. With tender, juicy meat coated in a rich bourbon glaze, these ribs are perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners. Easy to prepare, they promise restaurant-quality results that elevate any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork spare ribs
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Pat the spare ribs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning generously over the ribs.
- In a saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Place seasoned ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush half of the glaze over them and cover with foil.
- Bake for 2 hours. After that, remove the foil, baste with remaining glaze, increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C), and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes until caramelized.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the ribs overnight. Substitute bourbon with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version or add cayenne pepper for heat.