Sweet Sour Spareribs Recipe

Fall-off-the-bone tender spareribs glazed with a tangy sweet and sour sauce! This easy recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor in just over 2 hours. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 80 mins

Calories 1076.6 kcal

Protein 133g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Sour Spareribs

1 cup ketchup
Brewed Coffee
White Sugar
Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Onion
2-3 pounds spareribs

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How to Make Sweet Sour Spareribs

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 10 minutes).
Place 2-3 pounds of spareribs in a baking dish.
Pour the sweet and sour sauce evenly over the ribs.
Bake uncovered in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 45 minutes.
Flip the ribs and bake for another 45 minutes, or until the ribs are tender and the sauce is caramelized.
Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

165g

Fat

126g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Sour Spareribs?

Sweet Sour Spareribs takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Sour Spareribs?

Sweet Sour Spareribs has approximately 1076.6 calories per serving, with about 133 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 105 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Sour Spareribs?

The key ingredients for Sweet Sour Spareribs are Ketchup, Brewed Coffee, White Sugar, Worcestershire Sauce, Brown Sugar, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.