Sweet and Spicy Jerk Ribs Recipe

By traciesparks

This no-fuss recipe takes just minutes to prepare. With its sweet, fruity sauce, these ribs will become an anytime favorite for the whole family. — Geri Lesch, New Pork Richey, Florida

Ingredients

• 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4-1/2 pounds)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/3 cup Caribbean jerk seasoning
• 3 cups honey barbecue sauce
• 3 tablespoons apricot preserves
• 2 tablespoons honey

Preparation

Step 1

Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; brush with oil and rub with jerk seasoning. Place in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over ribs.

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Skim fat from sauce before serving. Yield: 5 servings.



Nutrition Facts: 1 serving equals 1,082 calories, 61 g fat (21 g saturated fat), 220 mg cholesterol, 2,498 mg sodium, 77 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 45 g protein.

Sweet and Spicy Jerk Ribs published in Taste of Home August/September 2010, p61