Dr Pepper Ribs
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Dr Pepper Ribs
Description
Dr Pepper Ribs begin by layering raw country style pork ribs in a slow cooker and covering them with a can of Dr Pepper, which steams and tenderizes the meat over several hours on low or high heat. This soda acts as both liquid and flavor source, subtly sweetening and moistening the ribs during cooking.
After slow cooking, ribs are transferred to a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking sheet and brushed with a barbecue sauce mixture blended with additional Dr Pepper, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and black pepper. Baking at 400°F caramelizes this glazing sauce, forming a sticky, flavorful crust that contrasts with the tender meat within. Flipping and brushing again ensures even coverage and additional caramelization.
The finished ribs can be served hot with the remaining sauce, offering a sweet, smoky barbecue flavor profile complemented by the soda’s unique caramel notes.
The recipe recommends using baby back ribs for even cooking and suggests that grilling can replace oven finishing for added char. Variations like using diet soda or beef ribs are possible with cooking time adjustments. Careful attention to broiling enhances the caramelized crust, and experimentation with different barbecue sauces can change the flavor character.
Ingredients
- 4.5 pounds country style pork ribs
- 2 ounce Dr. Pepper soda divided
- 3/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, pour 1 can of soda over ribs.
- Cover and cook on low for about 7 hours or on high for about 4.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place a wire rack on prepared baking sheet.
- Stir together BBQ sauce, liquid smoke, garlic powder and pepper with 1/2 cup Dr. Pepper.
- Move ribs from the slow cooker to wire rack.
- Brush ribs with sauce and bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip ribs, brush again and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with remaining sauce.
Notes
- Baby back ribs are preferred for even cooking and tender results in the slow cooker.
- Finish ribs under the broiler or on a hot grill to develop a caramelized crust and added char.
- Diet Dr Pepper can substitute for the original soda if preferred, adjusting cooking if needed.
- Beef ribs can be used, but watch cooking times as they may vary compared to pork.
- Try different barbecue sauces for varied flavor profiles, including spicy or smoky varieties.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 545 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6 | |
| Calories | 545kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 52g | 104% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 196mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 614mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 956mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 120IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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