Mineira-Style Pork Ribs with Sautéed Collard Greens

Indulge in the comforting flavors of traditional Brazilian countryside cooking with our Mineira-Style Pork Ribs, cooked to perfection on a wood-fired stove. Accompanied by vibrant sautéed collard greens, this dish delivers a nostalgic taste of the past, celebrated with every savory bite.

Ingredients

For the Pork Ribs:
🐖 1.5-2 kg Pork Ribs Costelinha suína
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Calabrian Pepper Flakes
🧂 1-2 tbsp Turmeric Powder
🍃 1 tsp Bay Leaf Powder
🍋 Juice of 1 whole Lime
🫙 Freshly Ground Black Pepper
🧄 4-5 cloves of Minced Garlic
🫒 A few tablespoons of Oil
💧 Enough Water to cover the ribs in the marinade

For the Sautéed Collard Greens:
🥓 200-300g Diced Bacon
🧄 2-3 cloves of Laminated Garlic
🥬 Shredded Collard Greens 1-2 bunches
🍅 A small handful of Halved Cherry Tomatoes
🧈 A generous dollop of Pork Lard
🧂 Salt
🫙 Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pork Ribs:

• Cut the pork ribs between the bones into individual pieces.
• Place the cut ribs into a large mixing bowl.
• Season with salt, Calabrian pepper flakes, turmeric, bay leaf powder, and lime juice.
• In a small bowl, mix oil with minced garlic and pour over ribs.
• Add water until the ribs are submerged, mixing thoroughly to coat.
• Marinate for approximately 2 hours, mixing every 15-20 minutes.

2- Grill the Pork Ribs:

• Preheat the wood-fired grill and place ribs on the grates.
• Grill until cooked through and golden brown, turning regularly.

3- Prepare the Sautéed Collard Greens:

• Place cast-iron pan on the wood-fired stove's heat.
• Add pork lard to melt and heat.
• Fry diced bacon until crispy.
• Add laminated garlic, sauté until fragrant.
• Quickly add shredded collard greens, season with salt and pepper.
• Sauté until the greens are just wilted but vibrant in color.
• Remove from heat and garnish with cherry tomatoes.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Marinating Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 45 minutes for ribs, 10 minutes for greens
Total Time: Approximately 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: Serves approximately 4
Calories: 650 per serving
Proteins: 45g per serving
Fats: 45g per serving
Carbohydrates: 10g per serving
Equipment:

• Wooden Cutting Board
• Starrett Chef's Knife
• Large Wooden Mixing Bowl
• Small Bowls for Spices
• Wooden Pepper Grinder
• Red Kettle
• BendForm Brick Grill/Wood-fired Stove
• Stainless Steel Grill Grates
• Metal Tongs with Wooden Handles
• Cast-Iron Pan Disco de Arado
• Wooden Spoons/Spatulas
• "CHURRASQUEADAS" Denim Apron

Cooking Tips

• Choose well-marbled, meaty ribs for tenderness.
• Frequent mixing during marinating ensures even flavor distribution.
• To prevent garlic from burning, add it after bacon is crisped.
• Quickly sauté the greens to retain color and texture.

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Mineira-Style Pork Ribs with Sautéed Collard Greens