Smokin' Maple Bacon Beer Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Name: Smokin' Maple Bacon Beer Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: RIBS; 3 racks of baby-back pork ribs (1 1/2 lbs each); 3 tablespoons barbecue seasoning; 2 oranges, sliced; 1 bottle rickard honey brown lager beer; SAUCE; 8 slices bacon; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small onion, diced; 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded &amp,chopped; 1 bottle rickard honey brown lager beer; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/2 cup orange marmalade; 1 1/2 cups ketchup; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 2 tablespoons hot sauce; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke; salt

Servings: persons

RIBS
3 racks of baby-back pork ribs (1 1/2 lbs each)
3 tablespoons barbecue seasoning
2 oranges, sliced
1 bottle rickard honey brown lager beer
SAUCE
8 slices bacon
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded &amp,chopped
1 bottle rickard honey brown lager beer
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon mustard powder
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
salt

1
RIBS: Using a sharp knife, diamond score the membrane on the back side of the ribs.
2
Rub both sides with BBQ seasoning, pressing the seasoning into the meat.
3
Preheat the oven to 325F.
4
Lay the ribs, meat side down, in a roasting pan.
5
Lay 3- 4 orange slices on the back of each rib.
6
Pour in beer& cover with lid or aluminum foil.
7
Braise ribs in the oven for 2- 2 1/2 hours or until tender.
8
Remove from oven& allow to cool.
9
SAUCE: Fry diced bacon in a medium saucepan over medium heat until its half cooked.
10
Add garlic, onion& jalapenos and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender.
11
Pour beer into pan, stirring to loosen flavourful bits on the bottom.
12
Bring mixture to a rolling boil; reduce heat to medium low& continue to boil until reduced by half.
13
Add remaining ingredients& return to a boil; reduce heat to low& simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
14
Seasonwith salt& set aside.
15
GRILLING: Preheat grill to medium high.
16
Remove ribs from pan, discarding orange slices& braising liquid.
17
Grill ribs for 6- 8 minutes per side, until lightly charred.
18
Baste both sides with reserved sauce.
19
Turn grill heat down to medium low, close lid& allow ribs to slow roast for 10- 15 minutes until sauce is sticky& bubbling.
20
Cut between every 3rd rib& toss with remaining sauce before serving with LOTS of damp finger towels.

899

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

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

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: RIBS, 3 racks of baby-back pork ribs (1 1/2 lbs each), 3 tablespoons barbecue seasoning, 2 oranges, sliced, and more.

Yes, Smokin' Maple Bacon Beer Baby Back 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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Smokin' Maple Bacon Beer Baby Back Ribs

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