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!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the rib racks.

Step 5

Place the ribs in a large roasting pan or a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and discard the cooking liquid.

Step 10

Preheat your grill or set your oven broiler to high.

Step 11

Brush a generous layer of the prepared glaze over the ribs.

Step 12

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.

Step 13

Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into individual ribs.

Step 14

Serve hot with extra glaze on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2442.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5099.2

Total Fat 352.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 1316mg	0%
Sodium 7594.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 183.5g
Protein 298.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474.9mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 4749.6mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 16.5%