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Home » Comfort Food

Seasoned Ribs and Rice

Published: Jul 23, 2025 by Jay (Spinelli) · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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This Ribs and Rice dish is the epitome of comfort food, packed with savory, slow-cooked pork ribs that fall apart at the touch of a fork. The meat is deeply seasoned and combined with fluffy, well-seasoned rice that soaks up every bit of rich, meaty flavor. Cooked low and slow, this dish is, satisfying, and packed with down-home goodness in every bite.

Close-up of a full serving of country-style ribs and rice, featuring tender, shredded rib meat mixed with seasoned, fluffy rice on a black plate.

Why Seasoned Ribs and Rice Is The Most Complete Meal?

This seasoned ribs and rice recipe is the most complete meal you'll eat because it brings together everything you want in a satisfying dish. The tender, flavorful ribs provide a rich source of protein, while the perfectly seasoned rice delivers comforting carbs that soak up all the savory juices. Cooked together, the flavors come together beautifully, creating a one-pot meal that’s not only filling but deeply delicious. It's comfort food at its best, with no need for extra sides. Just grab a fork and dig into a dish that feels like home.

Close-up of a full serving of country-style ribs and rice, featuring tender, shredded rib meat mixed with seasoned, fluffy rice on a black plate.

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Close-up of a full serving of country-style ribs and rice, featuring tender, shredded rib meat mixed with seasoned, fluffy rice on a black plate.
Close-up of a full serving of country-style ribs and rice, featuring tender, shredded rib meat mixed with seasoned, fluffy rice on a black plate.

Seasoned Ribs and Rice

Seasoned and seared Ribs and Rice is a flavorful one-potmeal made with tender, seasoned pork ribs and perfectly cooked rice. It’s ahearty, comforting dish that delivers big flavor with minimal ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds Ribs Spare or Country
  • 4 tablespoon Bacon Grease or Lard
  • 1- 14.5 oz can Beef Broth
  • 2 ¼ cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Season Salt
  • ½ teaspoon + ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 cup Rice uncooked

Instructions
 

  • Season ribs with season salt and black pepper.
  • Heat lard or bacon grease over medium heat.
  • Sear ribs on all sides. Set aside.
  • Add beef broth, water, liquid smoke, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to deglaze the bottom of the pot
  • Add ribs to broth. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let ribs cook for 2 or 3 hours until tender.
  • Remove ribs from the both and let ribs cool completely.
  • Once ribs are cooled, remove ribs from the bone.
  • Adjust seasoning for the broth and bring to a boil, then add rice and rib meat
  • Reduce heat to low cover and cook for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir rice during the first 10 mins of cooking to ensure it's not sticking to the bottom of the pan. Cover the pot and finish cooking for the remaining time.
  • Remove from heat and let it rest covered for 10 mins.

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Recipe Tips

For extra depth of flavor, sear the ribs before slow cooking and cook the rice in the rib drippings or broth for maximum savory richness.
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