Korean Spareribs with Chili‑Lime Marinade (Mexican Fusion)
A zesty chili‑lime marinade infuses the ribs with bright flavor before they are slow‑roasted and finished with cilantro.

Total
2h 55m
Prep
30 min
Cook
2h 25m
Serves
3
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Recipe serves 3
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Pork spareribs
- 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp Chili powder
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to form the marinade.
- 2
Add the pork spareribs to the bowl, toss to coat thoroughly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) while you prep the oven.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Arrange the marinated ribs on a roasting rack set over a baking sheet, reserving any remaining marinade.
- 4
Slow‑roast the ribs for 2 hours, then baste with the reserved marinade and continue roasting for an additional 45 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the surface is caramelized.
- 5
Remove the ribs from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
350
18% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
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