Oven-Baked Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs

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Tender pork ribs brushed with a sweet honey glaze and roasted to caramelized perfection, perfect for a hearty Brazilian-inspired meal. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 145 minutes pairs pounds pork ribs, honey, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 15 min Cook: 130 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Pat dry 2 pounds pork ribs and place them on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with foil.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lime juice until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush the honey glaze generously over both sides of the pork ribs. Cover the ribs loosely with foil and bake for 2 hours until tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Brush the ribs again with the honey glaze and broil for 5-7 minutes until the edges are caramelized and sticky, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  5. Step 5: Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing between the bones and serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs 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 Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs?

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 Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs?

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 Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs 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 Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs?

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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