Apple-Barbecued Ribs Recipe

Name: Apple-Barbecued Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs spareribs; ½ cup onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 1 (16 ounce) jar applesauce; ½ cup ketchup; ⅓ cup parsley, chopped (this is for fresh, half the amount if using dry); 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

6 lbs spareribs
½ cup onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 (16 ounce) jar applesauce
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup parsley, chopped (this is for fresh, half the amount if using dry)
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon pepper

1
Pull the membrane off the back of each slap of ribs.
2
Cut the ribs into serving-size pieces.
3
Place in a large Dutch oven.
4
Add water to cover; bring to a boil.
5
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
6
Drain ribs, and set aside.
7
Saute the onion and garlic in oil in a medium saucepan until tender.
8
Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.
9
Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Remove the sauce from the heat, and set aside.
11
Grill the ribs over low coals for 40 minutes, turning frequently.
12
After they have cooked for 40 minutes, baste with the sauce.
13
Grill an additional 20 minutes or until they reach the desired level of doneness.
14
(I wait until I can pull a bone out).
15
Make sure you turn the ribs often and baste frequently with the sauce.
16
Serve the ribs with the remaining sauce.

226

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs spareribs, ½ cup onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Apple-Barbecued Ribs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple-Barbecued Ribs

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