Best 7 Tangy Greek Ribs Recipes

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**Unveil the Divine Symphony of Tangy Greek Ribs: A Culinary Journey into the Realm of Flavor**

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our tangy Greek ribs, a dish that elevates the art of grilling to new heights. Picture succulent ribs basking in a vibrant marinade, infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs. As they sizzle over the heat, the tantalizing aroma fills the air, beckoning you to indulge in a gastronomic delight. Our comprehensive guide presents three enticing variations of this delectable dish: the classic Tangy Greek Ribs, the zesty Lemon and Herb Greek Ribs, and the fiery Hot and Spicy Greek Ribs. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave a more adventurous palate, we've got you covered. So, fire up your grill and get ready to savor the explosion of flavors that await you in this culinary masterpiece.

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TANGY SPARERIBS



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I still remember coming home from church to the smell of these ribs baking in the oven alongside baked potatoes. They have an old-fashioned homemade barbecue sauce that clings to every morsel. -Judy Clark, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 to 5 pounds pork spareribs
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup water
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; place in a shallow roasting pan, bone side down. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer about 10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally; remove from the heat. , Drain fat from roasting pan. Pour sauce over ribs. Bake 45-60 minutes longer or until ribs are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SWEET AND TANGY SPARERIBS



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This recipe is one that has been passed down two generations. They taste like no other ribs I have ever tried. They are sweet and tangy just like the name says. They seem to come straight from the Orient. Lots of raves on this one. Very yummy.

Provided by KOOKIEKRIS

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Spare Ribs

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup bacon drippings
3 pounds pork spareribs
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup prepared mustard
¼ cup light molasses
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat bacon drippings in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Place spareribs in the skillet, and brown on each side for about 5 minutes. Season with garlic salt and pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix mustard, molasses, soy sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce.
  • Place browned ribs in a large baking dish. Cover with the mustard sauce mixture.
  • Bake 2 1/2 to 3 hours in the preheated oven, basting occasionally with the sauce mixture, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 776.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 190.9 mg, Fat 63.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 1894.8 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

TENDER 'N' TANGY RIBS



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These ribs are so simple to prepare! Just brown them in the skillet and then combine them with the sauce ingredients in your slow cooker. Serve them for lunch, or let them cook all day for fall-off-the-bone tenderness. -Denise Hathaway Valasek, Perrysburg, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 to 1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds pork spareribs
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cut ribs into serving-sized pieces; brown in a skillet in oil. Transfer to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 48g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 1110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

TANGY GREEK RIBS



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Make and share this Tangy Greek Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb pork ribs, cut and washed
2 tablespoons oregano
2 tablespoons seasoning salt
1 tablespoon pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1/4-1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Boil ribs for 20 minutes.
  • Remove ribs from water and place on a foil lined cookie sheet.
  • Sprinkle the ribs with the lemon juice and then the seasonings, making sure to coat both sides.
  • (You may need to adjust the amounts of seasonings- I do this by eye so the measurements given are approximate).
  • Place in a 350 oven for 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

GREEK RIBS



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Best Greek ribs. Nice and garlicky but not overpowering.

Provided by Neil

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 5h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds baby back ribs, membranes removed
½ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon liquid honey
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine baby back ribs, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Turn to ensure ribs are well coated.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, 4 to 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; grease with cooking spray.
  • Arrange ribs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Continue baking until ribs are tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 38.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 421.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

GREEK RIBS



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This is a recipe that I developed myself, is real easy to do and works well either in conventional oven or on a charcoal barbeque in the summer time!! Because I do not follow a specific recipe, I have estimated the amounts to be able to post this recipe. All of these ingredients can be adjusted to your own tastes.

Provided by OscarsMom

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 racks of baby-back pork ribs
4 tablespoons melted butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
4 tablespoons italian seasoning
2 tablespoons garlic salt or 2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons seasoning salt
2 tablespoons onion salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Melt butter.
  • Place back ribs on foil-lined baking sheet, meat side up.
  • Spread melted butter over ribs.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 of the ingredients over the ribs, in no particular order.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Turn racks over.
  • Repeat butter and seasonings.
  • Return to oven and bake for additional 30 mins or until nicely browned.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 163.6, Protein 0.2

TANGY BRAISED SHORT RIBS



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This bright, sweet and salty recipe for braised short ribs will work with bone-in or boneless meat, as long as the short ribs are thick (at least 1 1/2 inch), and not the thinly sliced Korean style. Seasoning your meat with salt and pepper at least 24 hours in advance will greatly improve the flavor of the finished product. And, if you can spare an extra 24, making them a day ahead of serving will make them even better, with all that braising liquid flavoring the meat as it sits. Finishing with herbs and lemon are hardly a revelation in the braised meat department, but they are especially welcome here. The fresh lemon juice at the end transforms the braising liquid into a bright, brothy, spoonable sauce good enough to drink.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     meat, main course

Time 4h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 pounds bone-in short ribs, at least 1 1/2-inch thick, cut into single bone portions (or 3 1/2 to 4 pounds boneless, at least 1 1/2-inch thick)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
2 large yellow onions, quartered
2 heads garlic, halved crosswise
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup soy sauce or tamari
4 cups chicken, beef or vegetable broth
4 thyme sprigs
2 cups parsley, leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
1/2 bunch chives, finely chopped
Flaky sea salt
3 lemons, halved, for juicing

Steps:

  • Season short ribs with salt and pepper at least 1 hour (at room temperature) and as much as 48 hours (covered and refrigerated) in advance.
  • Heat oven to 300 degrees. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high. Working in batches, sear short ribs until deeply golden brown on both large flat sides, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer short ribs to a large plate or cutting board and drain all but about 2 tablespoons fat from the pot. Discard remaining fat. Repeat with remaining short ribs. Drain all fat from the pot and carefully wipe out. (No need to wash, just get rid of any scorched bits.)
  • In the same pot over medium-high, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and add onions and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions and garlic get a bit of color, 4 to 5 minutes. Add honey and cook, stirring until it starts to bubble furiously, turning a darker amber brown and sticking to the bottom of the pot as it cooks.
  • Add vinegar and soy sauce, and, using a wooden spoon or spatula, scrape up the bits on the bottom of the pot. Bring to a strong simmer and cook to reduce by about half, 5 to 8 minutes. Add broth and thyme, and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper and add short ribs back in, bone-side up, making sure they are as submerged in that braising liquid as possible. Cover the pot and place in the oven. Do not look at it or remove the lid for 3 hours. (Nothing bad will happen, promise.)
  • After 3 hours, check the short ribs, they should be extremely tender and nearly falling apart, almost having the jiggly texture of a baked custard or Jell-O. (If not, continue roasting another 20 to 30 minutes.) Remove from oven.
  • At this stage, you can remove the lid and using a spoon, carefully skim as much of the top layer of fat as possible. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees, and return the pot to the oven, uncovered, to let the short ribs brown a bit on top and thicken the braising liquid a bit, another 35 to 45 minutes. (Alternatively, you can remove the short ribs from the oven, let them cool at room temperature and place in them in the fridge, overnight. When ready to serve, remove them from the fridge and using a spoon, scrape off the solidified fat on the top layer. Return the short ribs, covered, to a 325-degree oven until totally warmed through, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the lid and increase temperature to 425 degrees, and continue to cook, uncovered, to let the short ribs brown a bit on top and reduce the braising liquid, another 35 to 45 minutes.)
  • Meanwhile, combine parsley and chives in a small bowl and season with flaky salt.
  • Remove the short ribs from the oven and serve straight from the pot or transfer them to a shallow bowl or plate with high sides, spooning the braising liquid over. Squeeze lemons over, letting the juice season the braising liquid. Sprinkle with parsley mixture before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are the most popular choice for Greek ribs, but you can also use spare ribs. Just be sure to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs before cooking.
  • Make the marinade ahead of time: The marinade is what gives Greek ribs their signature flavor, so it's important to let the ribs marinate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
  • Cook the ribs low and slow: Greek ribs are best cooked low and slow over indirect heat. This will help them to cook evenly and develop a tender, fall-off-the-bone texture.
  • Baste the ribs regularly: Basting the ribs with the marinade or a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Don't overcook the ribs: Overcooked ribs will be tough and dry. Cook them until they are tender and slightly pink in the center.

Conclusion:

Tangy Greek ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. With their bold flavors and fall-off-the-bone texture, these ribs are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these Greek ribs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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