Bourbon Peach Glazed Baby Back Ribs with Grilled Pineapple
Indulge in the ultimate summer delight with these Bourbon Peach Glazed Baby Back Ribs, perfectly complemented by grilled pineapple. The sweet and tangy bourbon-peach glaze infuses the tender ribs with vibrant flavors, while the caramelized pineapple adds a tropical twist. This recipe guarantees a showstopping dish that will impress your guests and transform any gathering into a memorable feast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs baby back ribs
- 1 cup bourbon
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 can (8 oz) pineapple slices
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and season generously with salt and smoked paprika.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, and diced peaches; stir until bubbling.
- Brush half of the glaze on both sides of the ribs and place them on indirect heat.
- Cover with foil and cook for 2-3 hours until tender, basting with more glaze every 30 minutes.
- Add pineapple slices to direct heat during the last 15 minutes of cooking until caramelized.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, substitute bourbon with rum or add cayenne pepper for a spicy kick. Marinate ribs in glaze for at least 4 hours or overnight for enhanced flavor.