Braised Country-Style Pork Ribs on a plate

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Braised Country-Style Pork Ribs

These braised country-style pork ribs become fork-tender in a savory barbecue braising liquid, cooked low and slow in the oven for about 2 hours.

15Prep min
105Cook min
120Total min
  • 2.5 lbsboneless country-style pork ribs
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 1yellow onion, sliced
  • 1.5 cupsbarbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cupchicken broth
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. 2Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the ribs on all sides, about 6-7 minutes total; remove and set aside.
  4. 4Add the onion to the same pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  5. 5Stir in the barbecue sauce and chicken broth, then return the ribs to the pot, spooning sauce over the top.
  6. 6Cover and braise in the oven for 1.5-2 hours, until fork-tender, basting occasionally.

Make it yours

  • Add sliced bell pepper to the braising liquid.
  • Use a spicy barbecue sauce for extra heat.
  • Finish under the broiler for a caramelized top.

Good with

  • Mashed potatoes
  • Coleslaw
  • Cornbread

Good questions, answered.

What are country-style ribs?

Despite the name, they're cut from the shoulder end of the loin and are meatier than traditional ribs, making them well-suited to braising.

Can I make this in a slow cooker?

Yes, sear the ribs first, then combine everything in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours.