Slow-Roasted Pork Back Ribs with Herb Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Tender pork back ribs infused with a robust blend of Mediterranean herbs, slow-roasted to develop deep flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. This Mediterranean-inspired pork recipe (mediterranean herbs), ready in about 210 minutes, pairs pork back ribs, olive oil, garlic powder 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 lbs pork back ribs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1.5 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Pat dry 2 lbs pork back ribs with paper towels.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp dried thyme, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1.5 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest to form a herb rub.
3. Step 3: Rub the herb mixture thoroughly over both sides of the ribs, massaging to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Place ribs on a foil-lined baking tray, cover tightly with foil, and slow-roast in the oven for 3 hours until meat is tender and pulling away from the bone.
5. Step 5: Remove foil and roast uncovered for an additional 15 minutes at 350°F (175°C) to crisp the edges.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving to add freshness and color.