Maple-Glazed Baby Back Ribs
Maple-Glazed Baby Back Ribs balance rich pork with a glossy, sweet-tangy lacquer from maple syrup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire. The meat turns tender and sticky, with gentle caramel notes and a hint of vinegar brightness. Serve these ribs for a relaxed weekend cookout or game-day spread when you want finger-licking, crowd-pleasing flavors.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Place the ribs in a large pot and cover them with water. Cover the pot and simmer for 1 hour, or until the meat is tender. Drain, then move the ribs to a shallow dish.
- 2
In a small saucepan, mix the maple syrup, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and mustard powder. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Let cool slightly, then pour over the ribs and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- 3
Set up the grill for indirect heat. Remove the ribs from the marinade. Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and boil it for several minutes.
- 4
Lightly oil the grate. Cook for about 20 minutes, brushing frequently with the cooked marinade, until nicely glazed.
- Calories 548.05 kcal High
- Protein 42.6 g Good Source
- Carbs 40.69 g Moderate
- Total Fat 22.37 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.1 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 152.04 mg High
- Sodium 304.47 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.06 g Low Source
- Sugar 40.04 g High
- Added Sugar 1.07 g Low Source
- Calcium 62.98 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.08 mg Moderate
- Potassium 637.17 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 6.28 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.59 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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