Cider Mop Ribs Recipe

Name: Cider Mop Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork back ribs, in one piece; 2 cups cider; 1/4 cup minced onion; 2 jalapenos, chillies seeded and finely chopped; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons tomato puree; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1
Pre cook the ribs for 30 mins in water or pressure cooker.
2
Use a small pan to make the mop.
3
Mix together the cider, onions and jalapenos and bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer till reduced by half.
4
Add the remaining ingredients, reboil and remove from the heat.
5
Pre heat the oven to medium.
6
Remove the ribs from the water / pressure cooker, and place on a rack over a tray. Add 4 cup water to the tray.
7
Spoon some of the mop over the ribs and place in the oven, baste every 20 miins or so, do not let the ribs dry too much. Cook for 1 hour.
8
In a small pan reheat the mop and thicken with cornstarch.
9
Serve the ribs with a cold rice salad, with the mop as a dip.

1136

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs pork back ribs, in one piece, 2 cups cider, 1/4 cup minced onion, 2 jalapenos, chillies seeded and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cider Mop 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.

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Cider Mop Ribs

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Variations & substitutions

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