Taste of Summer/1997

Barbecued Ribs with Blueberry Sauce

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
6 15 minutes 25 minutes 430 N/A 14g 200mg 23g 51g 125mg


INGREDIENTS:
4 cups water 3 to 4 pounds country-style pork ribs 2 pints (4 cups) fresh blueberries
1 medium (1 cup) onion, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 1 teaspoon salt



1 In Dutch oven bring water to a full boil; add ribs. Cook over medium-high heat until ribs are fork tender (20 to 25 minutes).
2 Meanwhile, prepare grill; heat until coals are ash white. In 2-quart saucepan place all remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended (12 to 15 minutes).
3 Place ribs on grill; baste with blueberry sauce. Grill, basting and turning occasionally, until ribs are fork tender (20 to 25 minutes).
4 Cook remaining blueberry sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Serve over ribs. Store sauce refrigerated.

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