Spice rubbed Braised Mexican Style Pork Ribs are melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. Meaty country style ribs are spice rubbed then seared on the stovetop on all sides. After drizzling with a spicy-sweet glaze they’re slow roasted in the oven until they’re fall apart tender. These ribs are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.

Easy Braised Mexican Style Pork Ribs Recipe

North Carolina is as well known for pork barbecue as the state of Texas is for beef. In my opinion, you can’t go wrong either way they both have their place in your barbecue repertoire These country style pork ribs are on our menu often. Anytime I serve pork ribs slow cooked in a robust tomato sauce I’m sure to make my family happy any day of the week. These ribs are also special enough for entertaining, and fortunately my local supermarket often features country ribs as a sale item keeping my budget on track.

How to Make the Best Braised Mexican Style Pork Ribs Recipe

My family enjoys these ribs many ways but, these are the top three ways. Sometimes, they enjoy them served over a scoop of rice, or as a hoagie on a toasted baguette with coleslaw as well as wrapped in warm tortillas with their favorite taco toppings such as pico de gallo or guacamole. It’s another one of those dishes that is so simple to prepare and packs such great flavor making them an ideal choice for any occasion.

Ingredients you’ll need to make Braised Mexican Style Pork Ribs: 4 pounds boneless country style pork ribs, olive oil, light brown sugar, chipotle in adobo sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, garlic salt, Mexican oregano, black pepper, ground cinnamon, 1 cup barbecue sauce, onion, cilantro and Rotel tomatoes.
Kitchen gadgets you’ll need: A Dutch oven or similar, a sharp knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls and various kitchen utensils.
The barbecue sauce used for this recipe will directly affect the taste. I recommend a honey chipotle seasoned sauce in keeping with the other seasoning.
You can prepare the rib spice rub and rub it on all sides of the ribs then cover and chill overnight in the refrigerator. Doing so and they’re ready to be browned and braised in no time flat.
Slow Cooker Directions:
- Follow the recipe seasoning and searing the ribs on the stovetop.
- At Step #3 place into a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until fork tender.
You can also use this rib rub recipe on pork tenderloin, pork chops, steaks or chicken.
Store cooked Braised Mexican Style Pork Ribs chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
When frozen, thaw in the refrigerator prior to reheating.
Reheat gently in single servings in the microwave or in a preheated 350°F oven just until heated through.

More Southern Style Pork Ribs Recipes to Make

Ribs are especially tender when cooked low and slow which makes braising and slow cooking ideal for busy day meals. Add these other pork ribs recipes to your grilling and oven braising menu:

Slow Cooked Baby Back Ribs start in the crockpot and finish on the grill.
Saucy Baby Back Ribs melt in your mouth!
Slow Cooked Braised Beef Short Ribs are tender and succulent.
Slow Cooked Country Ribs and Barbecue Beans are a one pot meal.
Smoked Ribs from Kiss My Smoke

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