Honey and Sea Salt Glazed Pork Ribs
A rustic and impressive recipe that turns a full rack of pork ribs into a golden, caramelized masterpiece with minimal effort. The natural sweetness of honey paired with crunchy sea salt creates an irresistible crust that locks in all the juices. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any family dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) pork ribs, full rack
- 4 tablespoons wildflower honey
- 3 tablespoons coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Remove the ribs from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature for even cooking.
- 2
Brush the entire rack with olive oil, then coat all surfaces generously with honey using a pastry brush, making sure to cover both sides thoroughly.
- 3
Sprinkle coarse salt and black pepper over the honey-coated ribs, pressing gently so they stick. Lay the thyme sprigs across the top.
- 4
Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- 5
Unwrap the foil, increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C), and roast uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until a beautiful caramelized crust forms.
- 6
Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve alongside steamed rice and a fresh herb vinaigrette.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a deeper, more complex flavor, let the honey-coated ribs marinate uncovered in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before baking. A squeeze of lemon juice mixed into the honey before salting adds a subtle brightness that balances the sweetness perfectly.
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