Mom's Stovetop Pork Ribs

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This pork ribs recipe is how my Brazilian mom prepares them. Boiling the ribs with the seasonings ensures that the meat remains moist and juicy and that the flavors fully penetrate the meat. I hope you like these as much as I always have! Serve with lime wedges, rice, and a fresh green salad.

Submitted by THELMALU99
Updated on November 16, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 10 pork spareribs

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • 10 sprigs fresh parsley, divided

  • 10 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary

  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 2 bay leaves

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 limes, cut into wedges

Directions

  1. Place spareribs into a large pot and fill with just enough water to cover. Add soy sauce, 3/4 of the parsley, garlic, lime juice, rosemary, oregano, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered until water has completely evaporated, about 25 minutes.

  2. Remove bay leaves and continue cooking until spareribs are browned, turning occasionally. Use a spatula to scrape up browned bits and softened garlic from the bottom of the pot and toss them with spareribs; the garlic will dissolve onto meat. Remove spareribs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

  3. Season spareribs with black pepper. Garnish with lime wedges and remaining parsley to serve.

Recipe Tips

If you use fresh herbs instead of dry, double the amounts.

You can use cilantro instead of parsley.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

461 Calories
32g Fat
11g Carbs
34g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 461
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g 41%
Saturated Fat 12g 58%
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 1327mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 34g 67%
Vitamin C 74mg 82%
Calcium 157mg 12%
Iron 6mg 34%
Potassium 710mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.