Pork Spare Ribs

What are spareribs?

The term originally came from the German Rippenspeer which literally translates to "spear ribs," as this cut was traditionally roasted on a spit or spear. In English, it became ribspare and eventually sparerib or spare ribs.

Spareribs are cut from the bottom section of the ribs and breastbone of the pig, just above the belly and include 11 to 13 long bones.. Baby back ribs are from the top of the rib area along the back. Spareribs are considered to be more meaty and succulent than pork baby back ribs.

In Western cooking spare ribs are generally cooked on a barbecue or on an open fire, and are served as a slab (bones and all) with a thick barbeque type sauce. St. Louis style ribs are trimmed and have the brisket bone removed, while Kansas City-style ribs are trimmed even further, and have the hard bone removed.

In Chinese cooking spare ribs are usually cut into 3 - 4 inch pieces they are then fried, steamed, or braised.

In Cantonese cooking spareribs are generally red in color and roasted with a sweet and savory sauce.

Articles and Recipes for Pork Spare Ribs

Spicy Pork Spare Ribs
Recipe for cooking spicy pork spare ribs with marinade in the oven.

Japanese Style Pork Spare Ribs Recipe
Pork spare ribs recipe cooked Japanese style with nice herb flavors.

Southwest Pork Riblets
A slightly spicy Mexican style recipe for cooking pork riblets in a roasting pan.

Pork Ribs in Sour Broth
Recipe for pork spare ribs made in a broth with vegetables.

Should Pork Spare Ribs be Boiled First?
Many people consider par-boiling spare ribs before roasting or cooking on the barbeque as sacrilege. In the end the choice is, of course, yours however there are several pros and cons for boiling spareribs before barbecuing or roasting them.

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