Crispy Roasted Pork Ribs with Paprika & Garlic
Golden-skinned pork ribs roasted hot and fast until the exterior crisps and the meat pulls tender. A Hungarian-inspired rub of paprika, garlic, and caraway hits savory and slightly sweet—weeknight elegance that looks like you spent hours.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 52g

Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs pork ribs (bone-in, 2-3 inches thick)
- 3 tbsp paprika (sweet or hot, smoked if you have it)
- 4 cloves or 1 tbsp powder garlic (minced or powder)
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional but traditional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat pork ribs dry with paper towels. Place on a large sheet pan lined with foil.
- 2
Combine paprika, minced garlic, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 3
Rub ribs generously with olive oil on both sides, then massage the paprika mixture all over until coated.
- 4
Roast at 450°F for 20–22 minutes until the exterior is golden-brown and crispy, edges char slightly.
- 5
Remove from oven and rest 2 minutes, then serve hot with the pan drippings spooned over.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- foil
- paper towels
- small bowl
- oven (450°F)
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