Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze
Tender pork ribs baked with a sweet honey glaze, capturing the rich flavors of Brazilian BBQ. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 145 minutes pairs pounds pork ribs, tablespoons honey, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork ribs
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 tablespoon lime juice to form a glaze.
- Step 2: Place 2 pounds pork ribs on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. Brush both sides generously with the honey glaze.
- Step 3: Cover the ribs loosely with foil and bake for 2 hours, until tender and the meat starts pulling from the bone.
- Step 4: Remove foil and broil ribs on high for 5-7 minutes, brushing again with remaining glaze halfway through, until edges caramelize and become slightly crispy.
- Step 5: Let ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 145 minutes (15 min prep + 130 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 Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze?
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 pounds pork ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze?
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 Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze 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 Oven-Baked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze?
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.
