Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs

Step 1

Set the oven to 425°F and wait until the indicator light or beep tells you it has finished heating, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Pat the pork ribs dry with paper towels, pressing gently all over both sides to remove surface moisture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until smooth and uniform.

Step 4

Place the ribs meat-side up on a sheet pan lined with foil, spacing them apart so they lie flat without overlapping.

Step 5

Pour half of the sweet and sour sauce over the top of the ribs, then use a pastry brush or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly across all surfaces, especially the meat side.

Step 6

Slide the pan into the 425°F oven and roast for 12 minutes, until the edges of the sauce look darker and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the oven using oven mitts, then pour the remaining sauce over the ribs and brush to coat evenly.

Step 8

Return the pan to the oven and roast for 6 more minutes, until the glaze is caramelized and sticky and the ribs are cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let the ribs rest on the sheet pan for 2 minutes before serving, allowing the glaze to set slightly.