Sheet-Pan Garlic Pork Ribs with Asparagus
Pork ribs get a quick high-heat sear and finish tender in the oven alongside garlicky asparagus. Inspired by Brazilian costela no bafo—smoky, savory, ready in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat ribs dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Sear ribs 2 minutes per side without moving until edges brown. Transfer to a sheet pan.
Step 4
Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Scatter around the ribs.
Step 5
Roast at 425°F until ribs are tender and asparagus edges curl, about 12–14 minutes.
Step 6
Squeeze lemon over everything. Serve hot straight from the pan.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet or heavy stainless skillet
- sheet pan (9×13 or larger)
- oven
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