Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
7 unit

pork spare ribs

slabs

3 tbsp

kosher salt

2 tbsp

freshly ground black pepper

3 tbsp

smoked paprika

4 unit

limes

halved

2 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

1.5 cup

sourdough bread

large-cubed, crusts removed

1 tsp

kosher salt

0.5 cup

blanched almond slivers

4 clove

garlic

bashed

12 unit

fire-roasted red peppers

drained

14.5 unit

diced fire-roasted tomatoes

diced

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

0.25 cup

sherry vinegar

Step 1
~11 min

Preheat oven to 250°F.

Step 2
~11 min

Mix salt, pepper, and paprika.

Step 3
~11 min

Remove membrane from rib bones.

Step 4
~11 min

Season ribs on both sides with the spice mix.

Step 5
~11 min

Place ribs rib-side down on a baking tray.

Step 6
~11 min

Bake for 3.5-4 hours, until meat pulls away from the bone.

Step 7
~11 min

Prepare romesco sauce while ribs bake.

Step 8
~11 min

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 9
~11 min

Add bread cubes and toast until golden, 6-7 minutes, seasoning with salt as they cook.

Step 10
~11 min

Remove toasted bread and set aside.

Step 11
~11 min

Toast almond slivers in the dry pan until golden, 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 12
~11 min

Coat the pan with more olive oil and add the garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 13
~11 min

Add drained red peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 14
~11 min

Add diced tomatoes.

Step 15
~11 min

Season with salt and cayenne pepper.

Step 16
~11 min

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until slightly reduced, 8-10 minutes.

Step 17
~11 min

Remove from heat and cool.

Step 18
~11 min

In a food processor, combine almonds and the tomato/pepper mixture.

Step 19
~11 min

Pulse until chopped, then add bread cubes and process further.

Step 20
~11 min

Add sherry vinegar and drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil while processing.

Step 21
~11 min

Blend until emulsified.

Step 22
~11 min

Taste and season with salt if needed.

Step 23
~11 min

Remove ribs from oven and squeeze lime juice over them while hot.

Step 24
~11 min

Cut ribs between every second bone.

Step 25
~11 min

Serve with romesco sauce on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the romesco sauce a day ahead for better flavor development.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ribs are cooked to the desired tenderness.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper in the romesco to your preferred spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Romesco sauce can be made 1-2 days ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Offer a fresh green salad as a counterpoint to the richness of the ribs.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Potatoes
Grilled Asparagus
Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain (Romesco)

Cultural Significance

Romesco sauce is a classic Catalan sauce.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weekend Cooking
Summer BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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