Cape Verdean Style Pork Ribs (Costelas de Porco à Moda Cabo-verdiana)
Costelas de Porco à Moda Cabo-verdiana, or Cape Verdean Style Pork Ribs, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Cape Verdean cuisine. The ribs are marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and then cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy ribs that are bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork ribs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and white wine vinegar to create the marinade.
- Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper, then coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the marinated ribs on a baking sheet and bake for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Baking sheet Knife Bowl Cutting board
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Costelas de Porco à Moda Cabo-verdiana with a side of rice and a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can baste the ribs with the marinade while they are cooking to keep them moist and flavorful.
Cost
$15