Pineapple Glazed Pork Ribs

Ingredients: 

For the Ribs:

• 2 racks of baby back pork ribs (about 4-5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon The Little Shop of Olive Oils Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil

For the Pineapple Glaze:

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons The Little Shop of Olive Oils Pineapple Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

Garnish:

• Fresh pineapple wedges
• Fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 300°F .
• In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Rub the ribs all over with olive oil, then coat them with the spice mixture. Make sure to cover both sides.
• Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, then cover them with another sheet of foil, sealing the edges to create a packet.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are tender, and the meat starts to pull away from the bones.
• While the ribs are baking, prepare the pineapple glaze.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, Pineapple Balsamic Vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
• Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until it has reduced slightly.
• Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, until the glaze has thickened.
• Remove from heat and set aside.
• Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the oven and discard the top layer of foil.
• Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
• Brush the ribs generously with the pineapple glaze on both sides.
• Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, basting with more glaze halfway through, until the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
• Transfer the ribs to a serving platter and garnish with fresh pineapple wedges and rosemary sprigs.
• Serve with any remaining glaze on the side for extra dipping.

Enjoy these sweet, tangy, and tender Pineapple Glazed Pork Ribs!