Oven-Roasted Pork Ribs with Honey Glaze
Tender pork ribs brushed with a sweet honey glaze and oven-roasted to caramelized perfection. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 145 minutes pairs pounds pork ribs, honey, tablespoons olive oil 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork ribs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Pat dry 2 pounds pork ribs and place them on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Brush half of the honey glaze liberally over both sides of the ribs. Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil.
- Step 4: Roast ribs in the oven for 2 hours until tender.
- Step 5: Remove foil and brush ribs with the remaining honey glaze. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and broil ribs for 5-7 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and sticky, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted 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-Roasted 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-Roasted 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-Roasted 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-Roasted 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.
