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Preheat the oven to 250°F.
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Position a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth into the pan. Set aside.
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Season the pork ribs liberally with salt and black pepper on both sides.
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Pour the honey into a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until it is thinned, but not liquefied or boiling, 15-20 seconds.
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Add the paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, thyme, and cayenne pepper to the honey and whisk to combine.
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Brush about half of the spiced honey evenly onto both sides of the ribs.
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Place the ribs meat side up on the roasting rack. Cover the pan entirely with a large sheet of aluminum foil. Crimp the foil tightly around the edges of the pan so that no steam can escape.
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Roast the ribs on middle rack of oven until they reach an internal temperature of about 180°F and are very tender, 2 1/2-3 hours.
PRO TIP Pork is safe to eat at an internal temperature of 145°F, but connective tissue in the ribs does not begin to break down until 160-180°F, which gives the meat a tender, pull-off-the-bone texture.
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Remove the roasting pan from the oven. Very carefully remove the foil from the pan. Brush the remaining honey evenly over the top of the ribs.
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Set the oven to broil. Broil the ribs on the top rack of oven until the honey starts to caramelize, 4-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on the ribs to ensure they do not burn.
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Check to see that ribs are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the ribs to cool for 3-4 minutes on the roasting rack, then transfer to a cutting board. With a sharp knife, cut the ribs into desired portions, and serve immediately.