Pan-Seared Pork Ribs with Crispy Fries
Thick-cut pork ribs seared until golden, served with crispy oven fries, fresh salad, and bright lemon. Restaurant vibes in 25 minutes, no slow cooker needed.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 680
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs thick-cut pork ribs (about 1.5 inches)
- 1 lb potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 whole lemon
- ¼ cup hot pepper sauce or chili oil
Instructions
- 1
Toss potato fries with 1 tbsp oil and salt, spread on a baking sheet, bake at 425°F for 15 minutes.
- 2
Pat pork ribs dry. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Sear ribs 4 minutes per side without moving. Edges should be deeply browned and caramelized.
- 5
Toss salad greens with 1 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper. Divide between plates with fries and ribs.
- 6
Serve with lemon wedges and hot pepper sauce on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or stainless)
- tongs
- paper towels
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