Description
Juneteenth Strawberry Soda Ribs are a flavorful celebration of summer, combining tender pork ribs with a unique sweet-tangy strawberry soda glaze. This dish is perfect for gatherings and is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma. Enjoy these succulent ribs at your next cookout, where each bite offers a delightful blend of nostalgia and flavor that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2-3 pounds baby back ribs
- 12 oz strawberry soda
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Remove membrane from ribs, pat dry, and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- In a bowl, mix strawberry soda, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Place seasoned ribs on the baking sheet, coat with half of the sauce, cover with foil, and bake for about 2.5 hours.
- Remove foil, brush with remaining sauce, increase oven temperature to broil (500°F / 260°C), and broil for an additional 5-10 minutes until caramelized.
- Let rest for five minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For maximum flavor, marinate the ribs in the strawberry soda mixture overnight. You can also experiment with different sodas like cherry or grape for a fun twist.