The "spare" in spare ribs refers to the portion of the ribs cut from the bottom of the rib cage after the belly has been removed. This cut is meatier than other rib sections.
Understanding Spare Ribs
Spare ribs are a popular cut of pork, known for their flavor and meatiness. They come from a specific area of the pig:
- Location: According to our reference, pork spare ribs are "cut from the bottom of the rib cage."
- After Belly Removal: The ribs are cut after the pork belly (which is used to make bacon) is removed.
- Meatiness: The reference notes, "The farther down the rib cage you go, the meatier the ribs become," indicating that spare ribs are meatier than other rib cuts.
