Luby's Cafeteria Baked Spareribs With Luau Sauce Recipe

Craving that classic cafeteria taste? These fall-off-the-bone tender spareribs, slow-cooked to perfection and glazed with a vibrant, spicy-sweet Luau sauce, will transport you back to your favorite childhood meals. The recipe is surprisingly easy, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 1571.4 kcal
Protein 157g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Luby's Cafeteria Baked Spareribs With Luau Sauce

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How to Make Luby's Cafeteria Baked Spareribs With Luau Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Remove excess fat from the ribs.
  3. Arrange ribs in a large baking pan in a single layer.
  4. Sprinkle ribs generously with seasoned salt.
  5. Bake for 2 hours, or until ribs are cooked through and the meat is incredibly tender.
  6. Brush ribs with 1/4 cup honey and continue baking for 5 minutes.
  7. **Luau Sauce:** In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of peeled and sliced fresh peaches (or 2 cups canned, drained). Beat with an electric mixer on high speed for 5 minutes, until fairly smooth.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger and 2 tablespoons white vinegar until a paste forms. Gradually whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of vinegar until smooth.
  9. Add the ginger-vinegar mixture to the peaches.
  10. Stir in 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  11. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce simmers gently. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  12. Serve the ribs generously drizzled with the Luau sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

274g

Fat

202g

Carbs

23g