Best 11 Grilled Ribs With Cherry Cola Barbecue Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of grilled ribs slathered in a delectable cherry cola barbecue sauce. This mouthwatering dish is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky notes, sure to tantalize your taste buds. The ribs are grilled to perfection, achieving a tender and juicy texture that falls off the bone with ease. Dipped in the irresistible cherry cola barbecue sauce, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will leave you craving more. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for both the ribs and the homemade cherry cola barbecue sauce, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a barbecue enthusiast, this dish is guaranteed to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

RIBS WITH CHERRY COLA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Cooking the ribs in foil assures that your meat will be well cooked without the flare-ups that causes burning so easily when grilling fatty meats like ribs. Be careful when removing the meat from the foil. Often there will be a puddle of melted fat in the foil that can cause serious burns if you spill it on yourself. Take your time and use caution.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 lbs pork baby back ribs
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup prepared barbecue sauce
1 (12 ounce) can cherry cola
1/4 cup cherry preserves
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 -2 teaspoon bottled hot sauce

Steps:

  • Mix barbeque sauce, cola, preserves, mustard and hot sauce in a 2 quart saucepan.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium low and simmer covered for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce is slightly thickened.
  • Mix together the seasoned salt, pepper, garlic powder and ginger in a small bowl.
  • Rub the spice mix into the ribs.
  • Wrap ribs in heavy duty foil; grill over direct heat, turning occasionally for 30 minutes.
  • Carefully open the foil and remove the ribs to the hot grill rack.
  • Glaze the ribs with the sauce and continue cooking until done, watching carefully so that the ribs do not burn and turning to glaze both sides.
  • Heat remaining sauce to a boil; boil and stir one minute.
  • Serve sauce with ribs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1371.6, Fat 107.8, SaturatedFat 39.7, Cholesterol 367.4, Sodium 707.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 13.3, Protein 74.1

CHERRY COLA GLAZED RIBS



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BBQ sauce made from cherry cola and cherry preserves and spicy brown mustard makes an excellent sauce for grilled ribs

Provided by Janet Barton

Categories     Dinner     lunch

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

48 ounces 1.5 liters Cherry cola (Flat )
1 1/2 cups cherry preserves
2/3 cup spicy brown mustard
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 racks Pork Spare Ribs (approx 7 lbs)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. Wrap each rack in heavy-duty aluminum foil and close tightly. Place each foil pack on a separate baking sheet and bake for 2 hours or until meat is tender. Remove from foil packs and cut each rack in half. Brush with glaze. Place on a hot grill and cook about 5 minutes on each side. Brush with glaze with each turn. Cook until browned and glazed. Remove from heat. Allow to ribs to rest 15 minutes before cutting. Cut between each bone and serve with remaining glaze. Serves 6. (inspired by Bon Appetit or Gourmet years ago)
  • Boil cherry cola that has been left out to flatten, which means bubbles removed. in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 2 cups. About 45 minutes. Stir in cherry preserves, mustard, soy sauce and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced to about 2 1/2 - 3 cups or about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Can be made a few days in advance and refrigerated. Rewarm before use.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 people, Calories 259 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 640 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 46 g

CHERRY COLA GLAZED SPARE RIBS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup Sandra Lee All-Purpose Rub
2 tablespoons teriyaki mix (recommended: Kikkoman)
3 racks pork spare ribs
1 cup cherry cola
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/3 cup cherry preserves
2 tablespoons teriyaki mix (recommended: Kikkoman)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, combine All-Purpose Rub with 2 tablespoons teriyaki mix. Sprinkle seasoning over ribs and pat in.
  • Place ribs in a shallow roasting pan. Tightly cover with foil. Bake in oven for 1 hour.
  • While ribs are cooking, make glaze by combining glaze ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer 10 minutes and remove from heat.
  • Remove ribs from oven and carefully drain fat from roasting pan. Generously brush with glaze and continue baking ribs, uncovered for 30 to 45 minutes more or until tender, turning and brushing occasionally with glaze. Remove from grill and cut into servings. Serve hot with glaze on the side.
  • For Outdoor Grill:
  • Set up grill for indirect cooking over medium heat. (No heat source under meat). Prepare ribs as directed. Place ribs in rib rack over drip pan on hot grill. Add a handful of hickory chips to hot coals or smoke box. Cover grill. Rotate ribs around rack every 30 minutes. After 1 hour, add 10 briquettes to each pile of coals and another handful of soaked hickory chips. Cook 2 to 2 1/2 hours. About 20 minutes before ribs are done, remove ribs from rib rack and lay meat side down on grill. Generously brush with glaze and pile ribs in center of grill over drip pan. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Turn ribs and brush on more glaze and re-pile. Cook an additional 10 minutes.

COLA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cola
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
3 tablespoons steak sauce
1 teaspoon onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a heavy non-reactive saucepan and gradually bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat slightly to obtain a gentle simmer. Simmer the sauce until reduced by a quarter, 6 to 8 minutes. Use right away or transfer to a large jar, cover, cool to room temperature and refrigerate. The sauce will keep for several months.

SWEET COLA RIBS



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The Neelys say, "These ribs will blow you away. The smoke and indirect heat leave you with deliciously tender ribs while the cola packs a punch of unexpected sweetness. Our secret is removing the fatty membrane from the ribs before cooking and glazing them to sweet perfection at the end of the grill time. Perfection!"

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups ketchup
1 can cola
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon ground mustard
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 racks pork spare ribs (about 3 pound each)

Steps:

  • For the sauce:
  • In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, add oil. Once heated, add the onion and garlic and saute until tender. Add all the remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • For the dry rub:
  • Whisk all dry ingredients together in a small bowl. This can be stored up to 6 months in an airtight container.
  • For the ribs:
  • Rinse and dry ribs. Place on a clean cutting board, pull off the membrane and trim the ribs of excess fat. Liberally season both sides of the ribs with rub. Wrap ribs with plastic wrap and refrigerate 4 to 12 hours so flavors can permeate.
  • Preheat grill to 250 degrees F. using hickory and charcoal. Set up your grill for indirect heat.
  • Place ribs, meatier side down, on the grill away from the coals. Close grill cover. Cook the pork ribs for 1 hour 15 minutes; flipping several times for even cook. Coat ribs with sweet cola barbecue sauce and cook for another 20 minutes.

COLA BARBECUE RIBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 20-ounce bottle cola
2 cups ketchup
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup lightly packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup Dijon mustard
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 racks baby back ribs (8 to 10 pounds total), membranes removed
Vegetable oil, for the grill

Steps:

  • Make the barbecue sauce: Bring the cola to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Cook until reduced by about half, about 5 minutes. Add the ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne and 2 teaspoons paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  • Preheat a grill to medium and prepare for indirect grilling: On a charcoal grill, bank the coals to one side; on a gas grill, turn off half the burners. Combine 2 tablespoons salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper and the remaining 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon paprika in a bowl. Rub the salt mixture all over the ribs. Remove 1 cup of the barbecue sauce to a small bowl; brush over the ribs.
  • Wrap each rack of ribs separately in foil. Put the racks, overlapping if necessary, on the cooler side of the grill (indirect heat). Cover and cook, flipping the ribs after 30 minutes, until just tender and beginning to pull away from the bones, about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • Remove the ribs from the grill and carefully unwrap; pour any juices into the pan with the remaining barbecue sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Increase the grill heat to medium high. Brush the ribs with some sauce from the pan and grill over direct heat, flipping every 5 minutes, until glossy and crisp at the edges, about 20 minutes. Transfer the ribs to a large cutting board and let rest 5 minutes. Cut the ribs between the bones and serve with the remaining barbecue sauce.
  • If you're making the ribs on a charcoal grill, you'll need 3 to 4 pounds of charcoal. Add several new briquettes to the coals every 30 minutes to maintain the heat.

EASY GRILLED STICKY RIBS



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I'm showing you my favorite way to grill ribs, which of course, is not the same as barbecued ribs. Those are cooked low and slow in a smoker and served as-is, with BBQ sauce on the side. Whereas, these are cooked first, then sliced, and then each rib is glazed with our beautiful sticky sauce on the grill.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     BBQ & Grilled Pork Ribs

Time 5h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons kosher salt
4 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 racks baby back pork ribs
⅓ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Mix salt, sugar, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for dry rub together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Line a large sheet pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place rack of ribs on the prepared pan, bone side down. Poke all over with a sharp knife. Make shallow slits across at an angle, and then repeat the opposite way; this allows the dry rub to penetrate. Coat on both sides with rub; flip back over, ensuring the bone side is down. Wrap tightly with foil.
  • Transfer to the center of the preheated oven and bake for 2 hours. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until cold and firm, at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat a charcoal grill until coals are very ashy and hot.
  • Remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and brush off excess fat. Slice between the bones to separate each rib.
  • Combine ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and cayenne with a spoon in a bowl for glaze.
  • Place ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 2 minutes; flip and brush over glaze. Flip and repeat process until ribs are as caramelized as you prefer, about 10 minutes more.
  • Remove to a plate and brush over one more application of glaze. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 889.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 255.2 mg, Fat 59.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 2892 mg

CHERRY BARBECUE SAUCE



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You can use fresh or frozen cherries to make this flavorful barbecue sauce. It tastes phenomenal on ribs and chicken! -Ilene Harrington, Nipomo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted and coarsely chopped
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until cherries are tender and sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHERRY-BARBECUE PORK RIBS



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This goof-proof recipe for lip-smacking ribs features microwave ease and smoky grilled flavor. You'll love the jazzed-up barbecue sauce. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup cherry preserves
1 tablespoon molasses

Steps:

  • Place the ribs in a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, Liquid Smoke if desired, garlic powder and pepper; pour over ribs. Cover and microwave on high for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, preserves and molasses. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally., Drain ribs. On a greased grill, cook ribs, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until browned, basting with sauce and turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

COLA BARBECUE RIBS



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Enjoy the smoky goodness of a summer barbecue all year long by preparing these moist and tender ribs, inclement weather or not. -Karen Shuck, Edgar, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 9h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons liquid smoke, optional
4 pounds pork spareribs, cut into serving-size pieces
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup cola
1-1/2 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic, salt, pepper and, if desired, liquid smoke; rub over ribs., Layer ribs and onion in a greased 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker; pour cola over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until ribs are tender. Drain liquid. Pour sauce over ribs and cook 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 999 calories, Fat 66g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 255mg cholesterol, Sodium 1650mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 64g protein.

CHERRY COLA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories     Sauce     Onion     Tomato     Fourth of July     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Vinegar     Cherry     Jam or Jelly     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 12-ounce bottles (ketchup-style) chili sauce
1 12- to 13-ounce jar cherry preserves or jam
1 cup cherry cola (regular, not diet)
1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon (or more) hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until golden, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Stir in chili sauce, preserves, cherry cola, brown sugar, and vinegar; bring to simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until reduced to 4 cups, stirring often to prevent scorching, about 50 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper and more hot pepper sauce, if desired. Transfer to bowl and cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

Tips:

  • Select high-quality pork ribs: Look for ribs that are meaty and have good marbling. Avoid ribs that are too lean or have a lot of bone.
  • Prepare the ribs properly: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to help the sauce penetrate the meat. Season the ribs generously with a dry rub before cooking.
  • Use a good quality cherry cola barbecue sauce: Make your own sauce or choose a store-bought sauce that is thick and flavorful. The sauce should have a good balance of sweetness, acidity, and smokiness.
  • Cook the ribs slowly and low: This will help the ribs to become tender and fall off the bone. Grill the ribs over indirect heat for about 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Baste the ribs with sauce regularly: This will help to keep the ribs moist and flavorful. Baste the ribs every 30 minutes or so, or more often if desired.

Conclusion:

Grilled ribs with cherry cola barbecue sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your ribs turn out perfectly every time. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy some amazing ribs!

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