Meat
Easy
Ribs
55 min
Meat
Easy
Recipe of Baked smoked ribs
By
Diego Cortés
Baked smoked ribs are the simplest way to turn an already cured and smoked pork rib cut into a Sunday dish: juicy inside, golden outside and coated in an adobo of garlic, oregano and ají de color baked over a bed of onions that becomes its own sauce.
Because the piece is already smoked, the oven does not cook it from scratch: it heats it evenly, softens the meat and builds that glossy crust. That is why timing is what people search for, and here it is exact: 1.5 kg needs 45 minutes covered at 180 °C and 20 to 25 minutes uncovered at 200 °C.
What to know before you start
- No searing or marinating: the five-minute adobo is enough, rubbed between the ribs too.
- The onion bed and the liquid keep the juices from burning on the base.
- Spoon the pan sauce over the top: it is part of the dish.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, baked potatoes or a tomato and onion salad.
If you like this cut, try the Chilean-style pork ribs, made with fresh ribs and merkén, or these baked potatoes. And if you have leftovers, shred the meat into beans with reins: it seasons the pot beautifully.
Prep
15 min
Cook
70 min
Servings
6
Calories
650 kcal
Ingredients
Directions
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1
Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F) with top and bottom heat and place the rack in the centre.
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2
Take the ribs out of the packaging, pat them dry with kitchen paper and leave them at room temperature for 15 minutes while you prepare the adobo and the vegetables.
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3
In a small bowl mix the oil, garlic, oregano, ají de color, pepper and salt into a paste for the adobo.
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4
Spread the thick onion wedges and the carrot over the base of a roasting pan with the bay leaves and thyme.
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5
Pour the water, white wine or beer into the pan: that moisture keeps the adobo from burning and becomes the sauce.
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6
Sit the ribs on top, meat side up, and rub the adobo all over them, including between the bones.
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7
Cover the pan loosely with foil and bake for 45 minutes at 180 °C: the piece is already smoked, so at this stage it only needs to heat through.
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8
Uncover, spoon the pan juices over the ribs and turn the oven up to 200 °C.
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9
Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, basting once more halfway through, until the surface is golden and caramelised; if using longanizas, add them for the last 15 minutes.
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10
Five minutes before it comes out, brush the ribs with the honey mixed with a spoonful of the pan juices if you want a glossy finish.
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11
Rest for 10 minutes covered with foil, cut between the ribs with a serrated knife and serve hot with the pan sauce spooned over.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to prepare Baked smoked ribs?
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
How long does it take to prepare Baked smoked ribs?
The preparation time is 15 minutes and the cooking time is 70 minutes.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed for 6 servings.
Can I substitute some ingredients?
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
How should I store this preparation?
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
