Cherry-Glazed Grilled Pork Ribs
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 4 cups flat cherry cola (reduced to 1-1/2 cups)
- 2/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 8 pounds pork spare ribs, trimmed
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Glaze:
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- Stir in the soy sauce, cider vinegar, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Continue to simmer until the mixture reduces to about 2-1/2 cups. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Transfer the glaze to a large bowl, cover, and refrigerate. This can be done up to 1 week ahead.
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Cook the Ribs in the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven.
- Season the pork spare ribs generously with salt and pepper.
- Wrap each rack tightly in heavy-duty foil, sealing well. Place each foil-wrapped rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake the ribs until tender, switching the racks midway through, about 2 hours in total.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Drain any accumulated drippings from the foil.
- Rewrap the ribs in foil and refrigerate if preparing ahead (up to 1 day in advance). Remove from the refrigerator about 1 hour before continuing.
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Grill the Ribs:
- Preheat a medium charcoal grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut the racks of ribs into individual ribs. Place them in the large bowl of reserved glaze and toss to coat evenly. (Alternatively, use a BBQ brush to paint the glaze onto the ribs.)
- Grill the ribs for 5-10 minutes, turning them often to prevent burning and ensuring they are heated through.
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Serve:
- Transfer the grilled ribs to a serving platter and pass extra glaze at the table.
Enjoy these succulent Cherry-Glazed Grilled Pork Ribs, where the rich flavors of cherry cola and soy sauce blend beautifully with tender pork ribs, making them a standout dish for any barbecue or special occasion. The preparation may seem extensive, but the delicious outcome is certainly worth the effort!
