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Tender Oven-Baked Pork Ribs with Rosemary & Natural Glaze

These fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are marinated with fresh rosemary and slow-baked in the oven for incredible tenderness. Finished with a naturally sweet homemade glaze, they’re the perfect comfort food for any weekend or family dinner—no grill needed!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine European, Homestyle / Western
Servings 4 people
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs

  • 1 kg pork ribs cut and cleaned
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 springs rosemary fresh or 1 tsp dried
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 1 tsp brown sugar or regular sugar

Optional (in marinade)

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water for moisture in baking dish

For the Natural Glaze (BBQ-style)

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste or thick tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil or water to thin, as needed
  • pinch of chili flakes
  • pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Make the Marinade:
    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chili flakes (optional), brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
  • Marinate the Ribs:
    Add the pork ribs to the marinade and coat evenly on all sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
  • Prepare for Baking:
    Place the marinated ribs in a baking dish, meat-side up. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the tray. Cover tightly with foil to lock in moisture.
  • Bake Low and Slow:
    Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until the ribs are tender and almost falling off the bone.
  • Make the Natural Glaze:
    In a small bowl, whisk together tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, black pepper, chili flakes, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Adjust with water if needed for brushing.
  • Glaze and Broil:
    Remove foil from the ribs and brush the glaze generously over the top. Increase oven temperature to 220°C (425°F) or switch to broil/grill mode. Return ribs to oven for 10–15 minutes until the glaze becomes sticky and caramelized.
  • Rest and Serve:
    Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before serving warm.
    Enjoy!
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