Richly Marbled Spare Ribs with Unforgettable Flavor
Like no other ribs you've ever tasted, Texas Iberico Spare Ribs are crafted from 100% purebred Iberico pork raised on pasture in the Texas Hill Country. Naturally rich with exceptional intramuscular marbling, these ribs deliver deep, savory flavor, remarkable tenderness, and incredible juiciness whether they're smoked low and slow, roasted in the oven, or grilled over live fire.
Perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, and weekend cookouts, these are ribs that let the quality of the pork take center stage.
Product Highlights
- 100% purebred Iberico pork
- Pasture raised in the Texas Hill Country
- Richly marbled for exceptional tenderness
- Perfect for smoking, grilling, roasting, or braising
- Deep, savory flavor
- Ships frozen
- Sold by weight*
- Approximately 2 lbs per package
*Sold by weight: Each package is priced by weight and may contain one rack or two pieces, depending on the natural size of the ribs. Regardless of the number of pieces, every package is selected to meet the listed weight.
Cooking Tips
For the best results:
- Season with your favorite dry rub or simply with salt and pepper.
- Smoke low and slow until tender, or roast covered in the oven before finishing on the grill.
- Finish with barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of cooking if desired.
- Let the ribs rest before slicing and serving.
The exceptional marbling keeps the meat juicy while creating rich, concentrated flavor throughout the cook.
Flavor Profile
Taste
- Rich and savory
- Naturally buttery
- Deep pork flavor
- Slightly sweet
- Clean finish
Texture
- Tender
- Exceptionally juicy
- Richly marbled
- Fall-apart tender when slow cooked
Perfect For
- Smoking
- Backyard barbecues
- Oven roasting
- Grilling
- Braising
- Family dinners
- Holiday cookouts
- Weekend gatherings
The Texas Iberico Difference
Every package begins on a single ranch in the Texas Hill Country.
Our 100% purebred Iberico pigs spend up to 18 months grazing open pastures, naturally foraging on native grasses, live oak acorns, mesquite beans, prickly pear cactus, yucca, and other native plants. This slower, pasture raised approach develops extraordinary marbling and rich flavor that simply cannot be replicated in conventional pork.
From ranch to table, every product reflects our Whole Pig Philosophy, honoring the animal through thoughtful craftsmanship while producing pork of extraordinary quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are Iberico spare ribs different from conventional spare ribs?
A: Iberico pork naturally develops exceptional intramuscular marbling, resulting in ribs that are richer, juicier, and more tender than conventional pork ribs. The marbling also creates deeper flavor throughout the meat.
Q: What's the best way to cook these ribs?
A: These ribs are delicious smoked, grilled, roasted, or braised. Low and slow cooking allows the natural marbling to render, creating exceptionally tender and flavorful ribs.
Q: Why might my package contain one rack or two pieces?
A: Our spare ribs are sold by weight. Depending on the natural size of the ribs, your package may contain one full rack or two smaller pieces. Every package is selected to meet the listed weight.
Q: Should I remove the membrane before cooking?
A: For the most tender results and better seasoning penetration, many pitmasters prefer to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs before cooking, though it is not required.
