5-Spice Pork Ribs With Smothered Onions, Spicy Crai

Name: 5-Spice Pork Ribs With Smothered Onions, Spicy Craisin BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder; 7 ounces sugar; 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt; 2 lbs pork baby back ribs (about 2 whole racks); 2 medium onions, cut in half and then sliced 1/4in thick; 1 tablespoon butter; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped; 5 ounces light brown sugar; 6 ounces craisins; 2 cups cranberry juice; ½ cup rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons chipotle chiles, chopped; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder
7 ounces sugar
2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
2 lbs pork baby back ribs (about 2 whole racks)
2 medium onions, cut in half and then sliced 1/4in thick
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
5 ounces light brown sugar
6 ounces craisins
2 cups cranberry juice
½ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chipotle chiles, chopped
salt and pepper

1
In a large pan, place the Chinese 5-spice powder, sugar, salt and a generous amount of cold water.
2
Mix together until the sugar and salt have dissolved.
3
Add the baby back pork ribs into the liquid, so that they are totally covered.
4
Chill in the refrigerator overnight.
5
Preheat the oven to 300F.
6
Line a roasting tray with enough kitchen foil to completely cover and seal the pork ribs.
7
Evenly spread the sliced onions on the foil and place the butter on top.
8
Remove the ribs from the liquid and season both sides with salt and freshly ground pepper.
9
Place the ribs in one layer on top of the onions, and fold the foil over making sure to tightly seal the package.
10
Roast undisturbed for 2 hours.
11
Meanwhile heat the canola oil in a small saucepan.
12
Add in the onion and garlic and fry gently, stirring often, for 10 minutes.
13
Add in the sugar, craisins, cranberry juice, vinegar and chipotle peppers.
14
Simmer until the liquid is reduced by half.
15
Puree the sauce in a blender until very smooth, season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
16
Remove the ribs from the oven, unwrap and baste them with Spicy Craisin BBQ Sauce.
17
Increase the oven to 400F.
18
Bake the ribs uncovered for 10 minutes until the sauce is lightly browned.
19
Divide the smothered onions onto four plates and serve with one half rack per person.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder, 7 ounces sugar, 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt, 2 lbs pork baby back ribs (about 2 whole racks), and more.

Yes, 5-Spice Pork Ribs With Smothered Onions, Spicy Craisin BBQ Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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5-Spice Pork Ribs With Smothered Onions, Spicy Craisin BBQ Sauce

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