Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 can

Coconut Milk

Unsweetened

1 rack

Babyback Ribs

6 unit

Peaches

Pitted, Peeled & Chopped

4 unit

Apricots

Pitted, Peeled & Chopped

2 cloves

Garlic

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

0.25 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes

0.75 cup

Catsup

1 cup

Water

0.5 cup

Brown Sugar

1 tsp

Mustard

or 1/2 tsp mustard powder

Step 1
~12 min

Marinate ribs in coconut milk overnight; discard milk.

Step 2
~12 min

Prepare sauce: Simmer peaches, apricots, sugar and water until fruit is soft; approx. 20 minutes.

Step 3
~12 min

Let cool.

Step 4
~12 min

In blender or food processor, pour fruit mixture, catsup, salt, garlic, pepper and red pepper flakes.

Step 5
~12 min

Pulse until fruit is blended.

Step 6
~12 min

Adjust sauce thickness by adding water 1/4 cup at a time.

Step 7
~12 min

Place ribs, round-side down in greased baking tray.

Step 8
~12 min

Pour 1/4 of the sauce over the ribs.

Step 9
~12 min

Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees.

Step 10
~12 min

Turn ribs over and baste with 1/2 of the remaining sauce.

Step 11
~12 min

Put back in the oven for 45-50 more minutes.

Step 12
~12 min

Use remaining sauce as a dip or as a final baste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smokier flavor, finish the ribs on a grill after baking.

Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less brown sugar.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and a side of coleslaw or grilled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Grilled Vegetables
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Polynesia

Cultural Significance

A traditional recipe

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Party
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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