Clarks Sticky Maple Syrup Ribs 

What You’ll Need:

Sticky Maple Syrup Ribs 

  • 2 racks of British pork spare ribs
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 litre Cola

For the Marinade:

  • 125g hoisin sauce
  • 75g tomato puree
  • 35g tomato ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons Clarks Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely grated
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 pinches of chilli powder
  • French parsley to garnish

What To Do:

  • Preheat the oven 160c/gas mark 4
  • Place the ribs, star anise and cinnamon in a large roasting tin. Pour in enough cola to cover the ribs.
  • Cover with foil and roast for 1 1/2 hours or until the meat is tender.
  • Place the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Remove the ribs form the oven, drain and cool.
  • Brush the ribs liberally with the sticky marinade, cover and place in the fridge for a couple of hours or overnight.
  • Cook on medium hot coals, turning and basting regularly until the ribs are dark and sticky (alternatively cook under a medium hot grill).
  • Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

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