How to Cook Pork Ribs in the Oven?

in-the-oven.jpg”>When we think of pork ribs, the immediate cooking technique that came to mind is grilling.  Even though it is the commonly preferred way of cooking ribs, it is not the only way.  You can cook ribs via oven without sacrificing its taste, flavor and tenderness.  Also, oven-cooked ribs retain the moisture of the meat.

One of the advantages of oven-cooked ribs is that you can still have your ribs for dinner in spite of bad weather.  Unlike grilling, it would be inconvenient to grill your pork ribs outdoor amidst rainy or bad weather.  What is more, this technique is a time-saver and quite handy too.

On the one side, it is essential that you learn how to cook pork ribs in the oven in order to capture the original flavor of the ribs. For newbie or beginners, just read the process and follow the steps involved in cooking pork ribs utilizing an oven.

Cooking instructions:

1.    Purchase appropriate amount of ribs that would be adequate for the number of people who would eat.  For the reason that ribs is basically composed of fat and bone.  To be safe, double the pounds of meat that you would purchase.  It is estimated that, a hungry adult consumes one pound of ribs.
2.    Ready the ribs for seasoning.  Start by taking off the membrane found on the underside of the rib.  Season the meat with pepper, salt, garlic, meat tenderizer, spices and spices such as oregano, parsley, and rosemary and many others, depending on your preference.  As these ingredients will give the pork ribs distinct flavor.
3.    Alternatively, you have the option to marinade your ribs instead of seasoning it.  Simply, buy commercially prepare marinades, and soak your ribs on them.  This will help the meat tenderize, as well as, provide moisture to the meat.
4.    Cover the baking pan with heavy duty aluminum foil but leave excess foil to hang on the side of the dish to be folded over and cover the ribs.  The pan should be big enough to accommodate all the meat for them to cook evenly.
5.    Fill the bottom of the pan with water, about one fourth inch in depth.  This will create steam to aid in keeping the moisture of the meat.  At the same time, prevent the foil and pan from scorching.
6.    Fold the excess edges of the foil.  Do not allow the foil to press on the ribs while cooking.
7.    Preheat the oven to 325 Fahrenheit.  Load the pan in the oven and cook the ribs for one hour.
8.    When the time is up, uncover the pan, and place the ribs back for another 15 minutes, but at 375 Fahrenheit.