Prune-Chipotle Ribs Recipe

Indulge in the rich, robust flavors of our prune chipotle ribs—a unique twist on a barbecue classic that will send your taste buds dancing. Marinated and slow-cooked to perfection, these ribs are tender and juicy with every bite. The sweet prune sauce, made from ripe prunes and a touch of brown sugar, adds a delectable fruity sweetness that perfectly balances the smoky, spicy heat of chipotle peppers.

Prep Time 10 Minutes

Cook Time 90 Minutes

Calories per seving 890

Fat 70g

Cholesterol 240mg

Sodium 280mg

Carbohydrates 12g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 7g

Protein 46g

1 large slab pork ribs (about 4 lb)
1/2 cup Sunsweet® Pitted Prunes
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 Tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup no salt added tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chipotle chile peppers
1 tsp adobo sauce from can
chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Preheat oven to 400°F. Place ribs in a large shallow baking pan. Add 1-inch of water to pan and cover tightly with foil; bake for 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients except cilantro in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool slightly then puree in a blender or food processor. Remove foil from ribs and drain water. Bake, uncovered for 30 minutes, basting liberally with sauce several times. Serve ribs with extra sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro, if desired. Makes 6 servings.

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