Italian Country Style Ribs
Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Servings: 3
Rating: 4.5 (from 6 reviews)
Description: These Italian Country Style Ribs are a delightful blend of tender pork, savory sauce, and aromatic vegetables, creating a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. The ribs are cooked to perfection, ensuring a juicy and flavorful outcome that will have your family asking for seconds. The sauce, infused with garlic, onion, and green pepper, adds layers of complexity to every bite. Served over rice or noodles, these ribs make for a hearty and wholesome meal that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 323.7
- Fat Content: 15.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1405.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 40.8g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 30.3g
- Protein Content: 6.1g
Ingredients:
- 6 country-style pork ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/2 green pepper, diced
Instructions:
- In a dutch oven or electric fry pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork ribs to the pan and sear them on all sides until they are golden brown, creating a flavorful crust. This step helps to seal in the juices and enhance the overall taste of the ribs.
- Once the ribs are seared, remove them from the pan and set them aside momentarily.
- In the same pan, add the minced garlic, diced onion, and diced green pepper. Saute them until they are soft and fragrant, adding another layer of flavor to the dish.
- Return the seared ribs to the pan, nestling them amongst the sauteed vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the spaghetti sauce, water, sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the ribs, ensuring that they are evenly coated.
- Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the ribs to simmer gently in the sauce for approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until they are cooked through and tender. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together and results in ribs that are melt-in-your-mouth tender.
- Once the ribs are cooked to perfection, serve them hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice or egg noodles, and a generous helping of the delicious sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, for a finishing touch that adds brightness and freshness to the dish.
- Sit back, relax, and enjoy the hearty goodness of these Italian Country Style Ribs with your loved ones. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a leisurely weekend meal, these ribs are sure to be a hit at the dinner table.
