Best 7 Sweet And Sticky Applesauce Baby Back Ribs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

When life gives you a bushel of apples and a rack of baby back ribs, you make sweet and sticky applesauce baby back ribs. A harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, these ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and smothered in a luscious sauce made from homemade applesauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and spices. A perfect blend of sweet and tangy, these ribs are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a cozy dinner at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET AND STICKY RIBS



Sweet and Sticky Ribs image

Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 13h35m

Yield 15 to 20 ribs

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 fluid ounces (125 ml) Thai or Chinese sweet chili sauce
2 fluid ounces (60 ml) cranberry sauce (from a jar)
2 fluid ounces (60 ml) dark sweet soy sauce
1 clementine, juice and sliced rind
1 lime, juice and sliced rind
15 to 20 pork spare ribs

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients into a large freezer bag and mix well. Seal the bag and place it on a dish so that it can lie flat. Transfer the bag to the fridge and leave overnight to marinate.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Remove the ribs from the fridge and transfer them from the freezer bag to a roasting tin and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Transfer the roasting tin to the oven. Cook the ribs in the oven for 1 hour, turning them over after 30 minutes.
  • Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and remove the foil from the roasting tin. Cook for a further 15 to 30 minutes, or until the ribs are sticky and cooked through.
  • To serve, place the ribs onto a large serving plate.

APPLE AND BBQ SAUCE BABY BACK RIBS



Apple and BBQ Sauce Baby Back Ribs image

This is a recipe that I did a couple of years ago. It takes some time, but it's worth it.

Provided by JOHN MITSCHKE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 9h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups barbeque sauce
4 cups applesauce
4 pounds baby back pork ribs
salt and black pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the barbeque sauce and applesauce in bowl. Place ribs on a large sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil, and rub on all sides with the salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Pour sauce over ribs to coat. Seal ribs in the foil. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Place ribs in foil on the grill grate, and cook 1 hour. Remove ribs from foil, and place directly on the grill grate. Continue cooking 30 minutes, basting frequently with the sauce, until ribs are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Carbohydrate 59.5 g, Cholesterol 117.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1792.3 mg, Sugar 45 g

SWEET & STICKY RIBS



Sweet & Sticky Ribs image

If you like baby back ribs that leave your fingers sticky this is the recipe for you! They are sweet and so delicious! I just put some ingredients together and everyone who has them just loves them and wants the recipe. Hope you enjoy them! (FYI: They are done on the BBQ--not the oven and I did not know how many ribs to put so I just put 32oz...use what you want-it wouldn't let me just say a package of ribs..lol)!

Provided by Bovet

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

32 ounces pork ribs
2 (12 ounce) cans Coke, to add to boiling water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 tablespoons brown sugar (I use Splenda)
1/2 cup maple syrup (I use ED Smith Sugar Free)
1 cup barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Boil ribs in water on oven for 1.5 - 2 hours. Add coke to the water and some soy sauce. I really recommend you boil them. Boil them until they are almost falling off the bone.
  • Mix together rest of the ingredients and set aside for basting the ribs on the BBQ.
  • When ribs are done boiling put on BBQ on LOW heat. Baste the ribs on each side every 3 min with the sauce. You can flip the ribs over and over and they will not get "tough". They get sticky from the sauce. Do this for about 1/2 hour. Use all the barbecue sauce up.
  • Eat and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1032.9, Fat 59.2, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 210.3, Sodium 1230.6, Carbohydrate 68.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 57.2, Protein 55.7

OVEN-BAKED SWEET AND STICKY PORK BACK RIBS



Oven-Baked Sweet and Sticky Pork Back Ribs image

I have to say that this is one of the best recipes for back ribs, and since my family loves ribs I have tried many in the past, although they certainly could be grilled on a barbecue the sticky sauce tends to burn on the grill, oven-baking produces a moist tender rib with the most wonderful sticky sauce, so make sure to have lots of napkins when serving these ribs!!! Plan ahead the ribs need to marinade for 8-24 hours (the longer, the better!). This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a crowd, and baked in two separate roasting pans. I make these ribs in a heavy foil baking pan, since the drippings char slightly it makes clean up a breeze, just toss the baking pan in the garbage after baking, if you are not using a disposable baking dish then make certain to line your pan with foil for easy clean-up. You will LOVE THESE RIBS!!!!!!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste, if you love garlic use lots!)
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
black pepper
4 -5 lbs pork back ribs

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix soy sauce, orange marmalade, pineapple juice, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, lemon juice, rosemary and black pepper.
  • Rinse the ribs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels; place half of the ribs in each of 2 heavy plastic ziploc freezer bags (1-gallon size).
  • Pour half of the soy sauce mixture into each bag, seal bags, toss to coat ribs with marinade.
  • Set in a large bowl and refrigerate from 8-24 hours turning occasionally.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line a 11 x 17-inch or a 12 x 15-inch baking pan with foil.
  • Set a rack in the pan, then arrange the ribs in a single layer with edges curving down on rack.
  • Pour the remaining marinade from the bags into a bowl.
  • Bake the ribs basting with the remaining marinade about every 20 minutes for the first hour, until the meat is well browned and pulls easily from the bones (about 1-1/4 hours total baking time).
  • Transfer the ribs to a serving platter and cut between bones.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1550.2, Fat 107.1, SaturatedFat 39.6, Cholesterol 367.4, Sodium 3392.9, Carbohydrate 66.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 57.6, Protein 79.5

SWEET HOMESTYLE STICKY RIBS



Sweet Homestyle Sticky Ribs image

Applesauce and BBQ sauce put the sweet and sticky in these tender home-style ribs.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings, about 4 ribs each

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 lb. pork baby back ribs
3/4 cup BULL'S-EYE Brown Sugar & Hickory Barbecue Sauce
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 tsp. each: crushed red pepper and dry mustard
1/4 tsp. each: ground ginger and ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cut ribs into 2-rib sections. Mix remaining ingredients; set aside.
  • Place ribs in large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add enough cold water to completely cover ribs; cover pan with lid. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 20 min. Drain.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill ribs 10 min. or until cooked through (160°F), turning occasionally and brushing generously with the barbecue sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 27 g

SWEET AND SOUR BABY BACK RIBS SHEET PAN RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet And Sour Baby Back Ribs Sheet Pan Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: diced pineapple, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, soy sauce, fresh ginger, ketchup, honey, garlic, cornstarch, baby back ribs, salt, pepper, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, sesame seeds, fresh scallions, white rice

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

20 oz diced pineapple, 1 can
1 cup rice vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup fresh ginger
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons honey
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 ½ lb baby back ribs, 1 rack
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons fresh scallions, sliced
white rice, cooked, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275°F (140°C).
  • Strain the pineapple juice from the can of pineapples into a large saucepan and reserve the fruit for later. Add the rice vinegar, vegetable oil, soy sauce, ginger, ketchup, honey, garlic, and cornstarch. Whisk to combine and cook over high heat for 10 minutes, or until the glaze is reduced by half and has the consistency of honey. Remove from the heat and divide the glaze in half.
  • Place the baby back ribs on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Brush half of the glaze all over the ribs.
  • Cover the ribs with aluminum foil, wrapping tightly.
  • Bake for 2 hours, or until the ribs are tender. Remove the ribs from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  • Remove the top piece of foil and add the red and green bell peppers to the baking sheet. Pour the reserved glaze over the top and toss to coat the peppers. Add the reserved pineapple over the ribs.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until the peppers are softened.
  • Slice the ribs and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve warm with rice alongside.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 30 grams

SWEET & SASSY BABY BACK RIBS



Sweet & Sassy Baby Back Ribs image

My family loves this recipe and I always have to triple it when the entire gang is home. I usually have to make three to four slabs, because my family loves this and any leftover ribs taste great when reheated.-Terri Kandell, Addison, Michigan Teacher, Brooklyn Elementary, Brooklyn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups ketchup
2 cups cider vinegar
1 cup dark corn syrup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup root beer
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
4 pounds pork baby back ribs

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Set aside 3 cups for basting and serving., Brush remaining sauce over ribs. Place bone side down on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 325° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until tender., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill ribs, covered, over medium heat for 15-25 minutes or until browned, turning and brushing occasionally with some of the reserved sauce. Cut into serving-size pieces; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Fat 31g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1084mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are the most popular choice for this recipe, but you can also use spare ribs or beef ribs. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Make sure the ribs are trimmed: Remove any excess fat or silver skin from the ribs before cooking. This will help the ribs cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Use a good quality applesauce: The applesauce is a key ingredient in this recipe, so be sure to use a good quality brand. Look for applesauce that is made with 100% apples and has no added sugar.
  • Cook the ribs low and slow: The best way to cook ribs is low and slow. This will help the ribs become tender and fall off the bone. Cook the ribs for at least 2 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Baste the ribs regularly: Basting the ribs with the applesauce mixture will help keep them moist and flavorful. Baste the ribs every 30 minutes or so, or more often if the ribs are starting to dry out.
  • Let the ribs rest before serving: Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This will help the ribs retain their juices and make them easier to handle.

Conclusion:

This sweet and sticky applesauce baby back ribs recipe is a delicious and easy way to make fall-off-the-bone ribs. The ribs are cooked low and slow until they are tender and flavorful, and the applesauce mixture adds a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please everyone. Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or corn on the cob.

Related Topics