Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices

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Tender pork ribs brushed with a honey and spice glaze, then broiled to caramelized perfection for a Brazilian-inspired BBQ flavor. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 26 minutes pairs pork ribs, honey, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 16 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven broiler to high and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp lime juice to make the glaze.
  3. Step 3: Place 2 lbs pork ribs on the baking sheet and brush both sides generously with half of the honey glaze.
  4. Step 4: Broil ribs about 6 inches from the heat source for 8 minutes on the first side until glaze bubbles and edges start caramelizing.
  5. Step 5: Flip ribs carefully and brush with remaining glaze. Broil the second side for another 8 minutes until sticky and browned.
  6. Step 6: Let ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing between the bones. Serve warm with fresh lime wedges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices take to make?

Total time is about 26 minutes (10 min prep + 16 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs with Brazilian Spices?

Brazilian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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