America
There’s enough pork rib diversity in America alone for a dedicated tour, but this is a world tour so we’re cherry-picking a couple of US classics: a simple smoked rib, and a salt and pepper option. They'll go with just about anything - though makes a pretty good side dish.
Smoked American BBQ ribs by Poh Ling Yeow. Source: China Squirrel
Mexico
Keep the North American theme going with these honey chipotle ribs and a side of .
Mexican-style gets the sweet heat treatment with honey and chipotle. Source: Pati's Mexican Table
Brazil
Not ready to roast? This Brazilian pork and black bean stew is a family favourite in its home country and goes great with a few .
The classic Brazilian stew includes different cuts of pork, but mostly rib.
Spain
Spain brings a little sweet, a little meat and some smoky fried eggplant to the party with this sugarcane-glazed pork rib recipe.
Turning ribs into a refined meal. Source: Shane Delia's Moorish Spice Journey
Australia
Bring it home with a classic home-style tomato sauce and mustard baked rib a la Matthew Evans, or a sweet tomato-vincotto glaze that’s twice-cooked.
Matthew Evans says these are a family favourite in his house. Source: Tim Thatcher
China
You’d be mistaken to think pork ribs are a delicacy of the west. These fiery Chengdu-style ribs include the region’s signature numbing-spicy combination.
Numbing and spicy Chengdu-style ribs take inspiration from Sichuan province.
Vietnam
Other options to serve over rice include these two South-East Asian stars, one sticky and sweet and the other braised in coconut water.
As is signature to Vietnamese fare, the dish is garnished with fresh herbs and chillies, which cut through any richness. Source: Ben Dearnley
Korea
Throw health to the side and get around some Korean-meets-American barbecue with these smoked baby back ribs glazed in spicy gochujang sauce. Wrap them up in melted stringy cheese for an Insta-famous .
Spicy gochujang ribs. Source: Murdoch Books / Mark Roper
