Ms Clarke's Molasses Ribs

Indulge in the rich, smoky sweetness of Ms. Clarke's Molasses Ribs, a showstopping dish perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners. These tender pork ribs are coated in a luscious homemade molasses glaze, expertly balanced with tangy apple cider vinegar, savory Worcestershire sauce, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper. Slowly baked to fall-off-the-bone perfection, the ribs are finished under high heat for a sticky, caramelized crust that’s irresistibly flavorful. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is both simple and deeply satisfying. Perfectly paired with classic sides like cornbread or coleslaw, these molasses ribs will become a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork ribs
• 1 cup Molasses
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, if it hasn’t already been removed, for a more tender result.

Step 3

Season both sides of the ribs with a mix of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside while preparing the sauce.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the molasses, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and 1 cup of water.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a low simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 6

Place the ribs in a large baking dish or on a sheet pan lined with aluminum foil.

Step 7

Brush both sides of the ribs generously with the molasses sauce, reserving some for basting later.

Step 8

Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven.

Step 9

Bake for 2 1/2 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat is pulling away from the bones.

Step 10

Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

Step 11

Brush the ribs with more molasses sauce and return them to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 15-20 minutes, basting every 5 minutes, until the ribs are caramelized and sticky.

Step 12

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Serve warm with any remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2603.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6541.7

Total Fat 425.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1705.5mg	0%
Sodium 4485.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 308.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 295.7g
Protein 371.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1123.7mg	0%
Iron 36.0mg	0%
Potassium 8829.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.5%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 18.9%