Texas Pork Ribs
Thin-sliced pork ribs kissed with a smoky, spicy Texas rub and seared until the edges char. Ready in 15 minutes with zero fuss.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 445
- Protein
- 42g
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lb pork spare ribs or st. louis ribs, thinly sliced between the bones
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1.5 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
- 1 whole lime (halved, for finishing)
Instructions
- 1
Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 2
Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, coating both sides generously.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Sear ribs in batches without moving until edges char and meat is cooked through, 2–3 minutes per side.
- 5
Transfer to a platter. Squeeze lime over the top and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or cast iron
- paper towels
- small bowl
- spoon
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