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Costillas de Puerco

Cultural Context

Costillas de Puerco, or pork ribs, are a beloved dish in Paraguay, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The dish reflects the country's rich culinary heritage, combining indigenous ingredients with Spanish influences. Traditionally, these ribs are marinated and grilled, embodying the Paraguayan love for barbecued meats. Today, variations can be found across Latin America, showcasing local spices and cooking methods, making it a versatile favorite.

ParaguayanPYmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 pounds pork ribs
2 cloves garlic
3 sweet or allspice peppers
1/4 white onion
1/2 tablespoon whole cumin
pinch of thyme
pinch of dried oregano
small pinch of powdered ginger
1/2 tablespoon salt
black pepper to taste
splash of water
splash of vegetable oil
sliced onion
homemade barbecue sauce

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef ribs

Chicken thighs are leaner, while beef ribs are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

1

Remove excess liquid from the pork ribs with a napkin.

2

Pull the membrane from the ribs using a napkin for grip.

3

Cut the ribs into individual pieces.

4

Soak the ribs in water for about 30 minutes to bleed them, then rinse.

5

In a molcajete, add 2 cloves of garlic, 3 sweet or allspice peppers, 1/4 white onion, a pinch of whole cumin, a pinch of thyme, a pinch of dried oregano, and a small pinch of powdered ginger.

6

Season with 1/2 tablespoon of salt and black pepper to taste, then add a splash of water and grind to form a paste.

7

Marinate the rinsed and drained pork ribs with the seasoning paste, mixing thoroughly with hands or a spoon.

8

Let the marinated ribs rest for 30 minutes.

9

In a wide pan over medium heat, add a splash of vegetable oil and fry the pork ribs for about 6 minutes on each side until golden and juicy.

10

After 6 minutes on each side, lower the heat to very low, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.

11

Prepare a large sheet of aluminum foil and place sliced onion on the bottom.

12

Add the cooked ribs on top of the onion and pour homemade barbecue sauce over the ribs.

13

Wrap the ribs completely in the foil to trap steam and finish cooking.

14

Place the wrapped ribs in a clean pan over very low heat, cover, and cook for about 25 to 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsimmering

Equipment Needed

frying panmolcajetealuminum foilclean pan

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