Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub

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Tender pork ribs infused with a traditional Brazilian spice blend, slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 195 minutes pairs pounds pork ribs, tablespoons smoked paprika, tablespoon ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 6, 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: 180 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper to create the dry rub.
  2. Step 2: Rub 3 pounds of pork ribs evenly with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then massage the dry rub all over the ribs, coating thoroughly.
  3. Step 3: Place ribs on a large baking sheet lined with foil, cover tightly with another foil layer, and slow-cook in the oven for 3 hours until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
  4. Step 4: Remove ribs from oven, squeeze 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice over them, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub take to make?

Total time is about 195 minutes (15 min prep + 180 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 Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub?

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 Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub?

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 Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Brazilian Pork Ribs with Spiced Dry Rub?

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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