Crispy Pork Spareribs with Black Pepper and Garlic

For the bite-sized spareribs traditional in Thailand, ask the butcher to cut a rack of pork spareribs across the bone into 1-inch lengths. Then cut lengthwise between the bones to separate the ribs into meaty pieces. Or, leave the ribs whole and oven-roast or grill. These are great: your guests will be licking their fingers.