Soda Pop Ribs
Indulge in the irresistible sweet-and-savory flavors of Soda Pop Ribs, a crowd-pleasing recipe that transforms tender pork baby back ribs into a sticky, caramelized masterpiece. Perfectly seasoned with a bold spice rub and slow-roasted in a bath of cola or root beer, these ribs are infused with a tantalizing blend of smoky sweetness and rich undertones from the soda. A glossy glaze made with barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar takes these ribs to the next level, creating a lip-smacking finish when grilled or broiled to perfection. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or planning a game-day feast, this foolproof recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth ribs with minimal effort. Serve them hot and pair with extra sauce on the side for a finger-licking good experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks pork baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 24 ounces soda (cola or root beer)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off with a paper towel for grip.
In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the rib racks.
Place the ribs in a large roasting pan or a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
Pour the soda (cola or root beer) around the ribs, covering the bottom of the pan with liquid. Make sure the soda does not wash off the rub.
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 2.5 hours, until the ribs are tender and the meat is starting to pull away from the bones.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze by combining barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Set aside.
Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and discard the cooking liquid.
Preheat your grill or set your oven broiler to high.
Brush a generous layer of the prepared glaze over the ribs.
Grill the ribs over medium-high heat or broil them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, basting with more glaze and turning once, until they develop a sticky, caramelized exterior.
Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into individual ribs.
Serve hot with extra glaze on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.7 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 1939 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1339 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
