Costela de Porco

Costela de Porco is a traditional Brazilian dish featuring tender, slow-cooked pork ribs infused with aromatic spices and served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce. This low-carb version ensures you enjoy the rich flavors while maintaining a healthy diet.

Ingredients

• Pork ribs - 600 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, and olive oil to create a marinade.
3. Rub the marinade evenly over the pork ribs, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
4. Place the marinated ribs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours until the ribs are tender.
6. While the ribs are baking, prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining chopped parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, red chili flakes, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
7. After 2 hours, remove the foil from the ribs and turn the oven to broil. Broil for an additional 10-15 minutes until the ribs are caramelized and slightly crispy on the edges.
8. Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing them.
9. Serve the ribs hot with the chimichurri sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats, promoting satiety and energy.

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