Best 5 Sweet Island Ribs Recipes

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**Indulge in the Sweet and Savory Delights of Sweet Island Ribs: A Culinary Journey of Flavorful Pork Ribs Drenched in a Symphony of Sweet and Tangy Sauces**

Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing adventure as we delve into the realm of Sweet Island Ribs, a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. These succulent pork ribs are meticulously crafted with a secret blend of spices and herbs, then slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat that melts in your mouth. But what truly sets these ribs apart is the irresistible glaze, a symphony of sweet and tangy flavors that will transport you to a tropical paradise. Whether you prefer the classic Hawaiian Sweet Ribs, the bold Caribbean Jerk Ribs, or the zesty Asian Sweet and Sour Ribs, this article offers a diverse collection of recipes that cater to every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where each bite is an explosion of flavors, leaving you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND STICKY PORK RIBS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 pounds pork spareribs
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the ribs: Place the ribs in a roasting pan, cutting the racks in half to fit if necessary. Combine the garlic, rosemary, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt and cayenne in a small bowl, and rub the mixture evenly all over the ribs. Allow the ribs to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Pour 1/2 cup water into the roasting pan and cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil. Roast the ribs until the meat is very tender and separate easily from the bone, about 1 1/2 hours. While the ribs are roasting make the BBQ sauce.
  • For the sauce: Place the balsamic vinegar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil then lower the heat to medium and cook the vinegar until it is reduced by a third, about 8 minutes. Whisk in the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, molasses, Worcestershire, hot sauce and salt. Bring the the sauce back to a boil then lower the heat and simmer until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • To finish, remove the ribs from the oven and transfer to 2 aluminum-foil-lined baking sheets. Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Brush both sides of the ribs generously with the BBQ sauce and bake uncovered for 10 minutes, until the sauce is browned and sizzling. Allow the ribs to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

ISLAND SPARERIBS



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This is a revised version of my Dads Hawaiian spareribs. If you have an electric wok it works great for making this dish. If you like sweet and sour you will love this.

Provided by susan simons

Categories     Ribs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb lean country style spare ribs, cut in 2
3 Tbsp whole wheat flour
1 tsp salt
3 Tbsp soy sauce
3 Tbsp salad oil
2/3 c sugar
1/3 c vinegar
1/2 c water
1/2 c pineapple juice
1 tsp grated ginger root (or 1/2tsp. dry)
2 c fresh pineapple and papaya chunks
1/3 c red wine

Steps:

  • 1. Cut spare ribs into 2-inch pieces. Mix flour, salt, and soy sauce together and coat ribs.
  • 2. Allow to stand 10 minutes. Heat oil in skillet and brown ribs on all sides.
  • 3. Drain off excess fat and add sugar, vinegar, water, juice and ginger.
  • 4. Cover and simmer until meat is tender, about 45 minutes.
  • 5. Stir in fruit and simmer 5 minutes longer.
  • 6. Serve garnished with minced parsely and sesame seeds.
  • 7. Serving ideas: Serve with white rice.

SWEET AND SOUR SPARERIBS



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Just the tempting aroma of these ribs reminds me of many simple but delicious meals mom made. Dad especially loved these tender tasty ribs with their thick, tangy sauce. Mom liked them because the sauce was no fuss to make. - Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 pounds pork spareribs or pork baby back ribs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place ribs on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ketchup, vinegar and water until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove ribs and rack from pan. Drain and discard fat. Return ribs to roasting pan; drizzle 1-1/2 cups sauce over ribs. Bake 30 minutes longer. Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; brush with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 887 calories, Fat 53g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 52g protein.

SWEET 'N' SOUR RIBS



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If you're looking for a change from typical barbecue ribs, you'll enjoy this recipe my mom always prepared on birthdays and special occasions. The tender ribs have a slight sweet-and-sour taste that my family loves. I usually serve them with garlic mashed potatoes and a salad or coleslaw. -Dorothy Voelz, Champaign, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced green pepper
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Place ribs in an ungreased 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the next 11 ingredients; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours., To make sauce, transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with ribs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SWEET N TASTY BBQ RIBS



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BBQ ribs done perfectly in the oven or on the charcoal grill. Just a rack of pork back ribs and 5 hours until the tastiest ribs ever!

Provided by John Mooney

Categories     Main Course

Time 5h50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 rack Pork back ribs
1/2 cup Brown sugar
1/2 cup White sugar
1/4 cup Paprika
3 tablespoons Kosher salt
1 tablespoon Black pepper
2 tablespoons Garlic powder
2 tablespoons Onion powder
1 teaspoon Ground mustard
1 teaspoon Celery salt
1 teaspoon Dried thyme
1 1/2 cups Ketchup
1 cup Water
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Rib rub (From above recipe)
1/4 cup Honey

Steps:

  • Make the dry rub by adding all the dry ingredients and mixing well.
  • Remove the ribs membrane from the underside of the rack. Insert a small utensil under the membrane skin at a bone location and gently pry the membrane up so that you can grab it with a paper towel. Use the paper towel to get a hold of the membrane and pull of the membrane.
  • Liberally apply the rub to the top and bottom of the rack of ribs. Wrap the ribs in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Start your grill, oven or smoker and set the temperature to 250 degrees. Place a water pan into the grill, under the grill grate, and fill the pan halfway with hot steaming water.
  • Place your ribs onto the grill and close the lid. Rotate the ribs once after 2 hours. After 4 hours apply the barbecue sauce to the ribs and then close the lid for at least 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, check the temperature of the ribs. The internal temperature of the ribs should be between 195 degrees and 205 degrees. Cover the ribs and let the ribs rest in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes before carving.
  • While your ribs begin to cook, make the barbecue sauce. The sauce and the rub can be made a head of time.
  • Serve the barbecue sauce on the side and provide bottles of hot sauce for your guests that prefer hot and spicy ribs. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1463 kcal, Carbohydrate 202 g, Protein 59 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 196 mg, Sodium 16172 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 132 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs or spare ribs can be used for this recipe. Baby back ribs are leaner and cook faster, while spare ribs have more meat and a richer flavor.
  • Prepare the ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to help the marinade and sauce penetrate the meat. Cut the ribs into individual portions if desired.
  • Make the marinade: The marinade for these ribs is a combination of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and spices. You can adjust the amount of brown sugar and soy sauce to your taste.
  • Marinate the ribs: Marinate the ribs for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help the flavors to penetrate the meat.
  • Cook the ribs: The ribs can be cooked in the oven, on the grill, or in a slow cooker. Cooking times will vary depending on the method you choose.
  • Make the sauce: While the ribs are cooking, make the sauce. The sauce is a combination of ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and spices. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to your taste.
  • Baste the ribs: Baste the ribs with the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will help to caramelize the sauce and give the ribs a delicious glaze.

Conclusion:

Sweet Island Ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The ribs are marinated in a flavorful mixture of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and spices, then cooked until tender and fall-off-the-bone. The ribs are then basted with a sweet and tangy sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and spices. Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or corn on the cob.

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