Description
These Chipotle Lime Mexican Ribs are the ultimate finger-licking feast, perfect for cozy backyard gatherings or warm summer evenings with family. Infused with zesty citrus and smoky heat, this recipe offers a delicious twist on classic barbecue that your loved ones will absolutely crave.
Ingredients
2 Full Racks Baby Back Pork Ribs (approx. 4–5 lbs)
2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 Teaspoon Ground Cumi
Kosher Salt and Black Pepper To Taste
3–4 Chipotle Peppers in Adobo, minced (plus 2 tbsp sauce)
1/2 Cup Fresh Lime Juice (approx. 3–4 limes)
2 Tablespoons Lime Zest
1/2 Cup Honey or Agave Nectar
4 Cloves Fresh Minced Garlic
1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the thin membrane from the back of each rack and pat the meat dry
- In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture generously over both sides of the ribs
- Wrap each rack tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Bake for about 2.5 to 3 hours
- While the ribs are baking, prepare your glaze by simmering the minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and minced garlic in a saucepan over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until it thickens
- Once cooked, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully open the foil. Brush a thick layer of the glaze over the ribs
- Finish the ribs under the broiler for 3-5 minutes or on a preheated grill over medium-high heat until the glaze bubbles and slightly chars
- Serve hot, optionally brushing with one final layer of glaze before serving
Notes
Let the meat come to room temperature before cooking for even heat distribution.
Reserve a portion of the glaze to serve as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: unknown
- Trans Fat: unknown
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg