Best 8 Sweet N Spicy Country Ribs Recipes

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In the world of finger-licking deliciousness, there's a dish that holds a special place in the hearts of barbecue enthusiasts: Sweet n Spicy Country Ribs. This culinary creation combines the tangy sweetness of barbecue sauce with a hint of heat, resulting in a symphony of flavors that dance on your tongue. Whether you're hosting a backyard bash or simply craving a mouthwatering meal, mastering the art of cooking Sweet n Spicy Country Ribs is a must for any food aficionado. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this tantalizing dish, leaving you with a recipe that will make your taste buds sing.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SPICY SHORT RIBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 pounds bone-in short ribs (about 2 inches thick)
3/4 cup apple butter
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/4 cup ketchup
1 cup apple cider
3 carrots, thinly sliced
5 scallions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
Cornbread, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, brown sugar, chile powder, garlic, thyme, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle all over the short ribs and rub into the meat. Arrange the ribs in a single layer in a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle any of the remaining flour mixture on top.
  • Whisk the apple butter, mustard, ketchup and cider in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until very hot, then transfer to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high, 4 hours.
  • Using tongs, turn the ribs in the sauce to coat, then remove to a bowl. Skim off the fat from the sauce (there will be quite a bit), then return the ribs to the sauce and add the carrots and scallions. Cover and cook on high, 2 more hours. Serve with cornbread.

SLOW-COOKER SWEET-AND-SOUR COUNTRY RIBS



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Start these ribs in the morning, and they'll be perfectly tender by dinnertime.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 pounds country-style pork ribs, separated into single ribs
Barbecue sauce, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In slow cooker, whisk together ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard powder, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add ribs to slow cooker, and toss with sauce. Arrange ribs, bone side up, in a single row. Cover; cook on high, 6 hours (or on low, 10 hours).
  • Serve ribs drizzled with pan juices and, if desired, barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 g, Fat 34 g, Protein 23 g

SWEET AND SOUR COUNTRY-STYLE RIBS



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This recipe is always delicious. It works perfectly for a crowd. We usually serve it with rice.

Provided by Jemaco2

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Country-Style Ribs

Time 8h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4 pound) package country-style pork ribs, or to taste
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 green bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Place ribs in slow cooker.
  • Mix pineapple with juice, tomato sauce, green bell pepper, onion, brown sugar, cider vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic together in a bowl; pour over the ribs.
  • Cook on Low until ribs are cooked through and tender, 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 466.3 mg, Sugar 29.1 g

SWEET 'N' SOUR RIBS



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If you're looking for a change from typical barbecue ribs, you'll enjoy this recipe my mom always prepared on birthdays and special occasions. The tender ribs have a slight sweet-and-sour taste that my family loves. I usually serve them with garlic mashed potatoes and a salad or coleslaw. -Dorothy Voelz, Champaign, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced green pepper
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Place ribs in an ungreased 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the next 11 ingredients; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours., To make sauce, transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with ribs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SWEET 'N' SPICY COUNTRY RIBS



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"My friends have asked me to bottle my barbeque sauce, rub and marinades. My favorite saying is, 'You cook it, and they will come.'" And they sure will with these tender ribs on the menu! Thanks to Allan Stackhouse Jr of Jennings, Louisiana for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup cola
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the apple juice, oil, cola, brown sugar, honey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke if desired and seasonings. , Pour 1-1/2 cups marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add ribs. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight, turning once. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. , Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place ribs over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 10 minutes on each side, basting occasionally. , Grill 20-25 minutes longer or until meat is tender, turning and basting occasionally with remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET N SPICY RIBS



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Make and share this Sweet N Spicy Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 4-H Mom

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups barbecue sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
6 lbs beef back ribs, cut into 3 rib portions

Steps:

  • Slow cooker directions.
  • Stir together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, honey, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder in medium bowl. Remove 1 cup mixture, refrigerate and reserve for dipping sauce.
  • Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour barbecue sauce mixture over ribs. Cover, cook on low for 8 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Uncover, remove ribs. Skim fat from sauce. Serve with additonal reserved sauce.

SWEET AND TANGY COUNTRY STYLE RIBS



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Make and share this Sweet and Tangy Country Style Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmclanahan

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs boneless country-style ribs
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2/3 cup ketchup
1/2 cup vinegar
1 (6 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Broil ribs on all sides until brown. Drain well.
  • Combine all other ingredients and heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
  • Pour over ribs and bake uncovered at 325% for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 748.9, Fat 43, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 972, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 45.1, Protein 40.4

COUNTRY RIB DELIGHT



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These baked ribs are easy to make, and have a sweet tangy flavor that everyone will love.

Provided by IGOT2MNYKIDS

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Spare Ribs

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds pork spareribs
1 cup applesauce
1 cup pure maple syrup
6 tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup ketchup
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the applesauce, syrup, lemon juice, ketchup, paprika, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place ribs in the prepared baking dish, and brush with 1/2 the sauce. Bake uncovered, basting frequently with remaining sauce, for 1 1/2 hours, until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 417.8 mg, Sugar 40.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Look for ribs that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling. Avoid ribs that are too fatty or have a lot of bone.
  • Prepare the ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. This will help the ribs cook more evenly and will make them more tender.
  • Season the ribs: Rub the ribs with a mixture of spices and herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the ribs.
  • Cook the ribs slowly: Cook the ribs over low heat for a long period of time. This will help to make the ribs tender and fall-off-the-bone.
  • Baste the ribs: Baste the ribs with a mixture of sauce or glaze during the cooking process. This will help to keep the ribs moist and flavorful.
  • Let the ribs rest: Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute and will make the ribs more tender.

Conclusion:

Sweet n' spicy country ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are cooking for a family dinner or a party, these ribs are sure to be a hit. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your ribs turn out perfect every time.

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