Deep-fried spareribs? Yes! They aren't just for the grill, they are delicious deep fried with peanut sauce or just plain old barbecue sauce!

Ingredients

  • 1 rack pork spareribs
  • 1 cup all- purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • Peanut oil for deep frying

Steps

  1. 1
    Wash and dry ribs thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Combine the remaining ingredients (except oil) in medium-sized bowl.
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  3. 3
    Place about 3 inches (7.6 cm) of oil in large pot and heat to 375 degrees.[1]
  4. 4
    Remove individual ribs from rack with a sharp knife.
  5. 5
    Lightly dredge ribs through flour mixture 2 or 3 at a time and place in deep fryer.[2]
  6. 6
    Do not place more than 4 ribs in your pot at a time; you want them to become very crispy. Too many at a time will cause them to steam.[3]
  7. 7
    Fry about 2 to 3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  8. 8
    Remove from oil and drain on wire rack.
  9. 9
    Serve with your favorite sauce.[4]
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Do I have to use peanut oil?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    No. Any frying oil or fat (like vegetable oil or lard) will work. Peanut oil just has a high smoke point.
  • Question
    Will the pork ribs be done in 2-3 minutes?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes, they should be.
  • Question
    I have big bone spareribs. How long do I cook them?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Broil until the sugar in the dry rub is bubbling and the ribs are evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Bake the ribs. Set the oven to 300°F. Move the ribs to an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Bake 2 1/2 to 3 hours for spareribs, or 1 1/2 to 2 hours for baby back ribs.
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Updated: March 4, 2021
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