Sweet Cola BBQ Beef Ribs Recipe

Name: Sweet Cola BBQ Beef Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons light-brown sugar; 3 tablespoons paprika; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons onion powder; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 slabs beef spare ribs (about 8 pounds total); 2 cups sweet cherry-cola BBQ sauce (recipe follows); 1 1/2 cups ketchup; One 12-ounce can cherry cola; 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons light-brown sugar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon sweet cherry-cola rub; (makes about 2 cups)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons light-brown sugar
3 tablespoons paprika
3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 slabs beef spare ribs (about 8 pounds total)
2 cups sweet cherry-cola BBQ sauce (recipe follows)
1 1/2 cups ketchup
One 12-ounce can cherry cola
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sweet cherry-cola rub
(makes about 2 cups)

1
To make the rub: Whisk together the first six ingredients in a small bowl.
2
Reserve 1 tablespoon of the seasoning for the sauce that will finish the dish.
3
Rinse the ribs in cold water, then pat dry with paper towels, and pull off the thin silver membrane (see headnote).
4
Season both sides of the slabs with the seasoning, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
5
Preheat the grill to 225 degrees F, preferably using hickory and charcoal.
6
Place the slabs, meat side down, away from the flame, using indirect heat.
7
Cook for 2 hours.
8
Flip the slabs, and continue cooking for 45 minutes, or until you get the full bend in the slabs.
9
Brush with the sweet cherry-cola BBQ sauce, and continue cooking for 15 minutes.
10
Remove from heat, slice into ribs, and serve with additional sauce.
11
Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
12
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and gently simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

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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

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: 3 tablespoons light-brown sugar, 3 tablespoons paprika, 3 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons onion powder, and more.

Yes, Sweet Cola BBQ Beef 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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Sweet Cola BBQ Beef Ribs

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