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Healthy Recipes using Roasted Pork Short Ribs

Honey-Ginger Glazed Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These succulent roasted pork short ribs are glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-ginger sauce, offering a delightful balance of flavors while remaining healthy.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix honey, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the glaze.
  3. Place the pork ribs in a baking dish, brush with the glaze, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil, brush with more glaze, and roast for an additional 30 minutes until caramelized.

Spicy Citrus Roasted Pork Short Ribs

Infused with zesty citrus and a hint of spice, these roasted pork short ribs are a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1 orange, juiced and zested
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, zests, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Rub the mixture over the ribs, place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast for 2 hours. Uncover and roast for an additional 30 minutes to crisp the edges.

Herb-Crusted Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These herb-crusted roasted pork short ribs are packed with flavor from fresh herbs and spices, making them a healthy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix rosemary, thyme, garlic, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
  3. Rub the herb mixture over the ribs, place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes until golden.

Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Pork Short Ribs with Vegetables

This dish combines tender roasted pork short ribs with seasonal vegetables, all coated in a rich balsamic glaze for a healthy and hearty meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, zucchini)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the ribs in a baking dish, pour the balsamic mixture over them, add vegetables around the ribs, cover with foil, and roast for 2 hours. Uncover and roast for an additional 30 minutes.

Maple Mustard Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These roasted pork short ribs are enhanced with a sweet and tangy maple mustard glaze, making them a delicious yet healthy option for dinner.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix maple syrup, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
  3. Brush the glaze over the ribs, place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes.

Korean BBQ Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These roasted pork short ribs are marinated in a savory Korean BBQ sauce, creating a flavorful and healthy dish that's sure to impress.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the ribs for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C), place the marinated ribs in a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes.

Mediterranean Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These Mediterranean-style roasted pork short ribs are infused with herbs and spices, served with a side of roasted vegetables for a healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups assorted vegetables (eggplant, bell peppers, zucchini)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a rub.
  3. Rub the mixture over the ribs, place them in a baking dish with vegetables, cover with foil, and roast for 2 hours. Uncover and roast for an additional 30 minutes.

Chipotle-Lime Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These chipotle-lime roasted pork short ribs are smoky and spicy, offering a healthy twist on a classic dish that's bursting with flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine chipotle, lime juice, lime zest, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Marinate the ribs for at least 1 hour, then place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes.

Coconut Curry Roasted Pork Short Ribs

These roasted pork short ribs are simmered in a fragrant coconut curry sauce, providing a unique and healthy flavor profile that’s both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs pork short ribs
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and salt to create the sauce.
  3. Place the ribs in a baking dish, pour the sauce over them, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5 hours. Remove foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes.