Guava Basted Cuban BBQ Ribs

Step 1

Place all the MARINADE ingredients in a food processor fitted with the metal blade and puree.

Step 2

Place the ribs in a large nonreactive container and pour the marinade over them to cover. Cover the container and allow the ribs to marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 4

While the ribs are marinating, make the BRAISING LIQUID.

Step 5

Combine all the braising ingredients in a large bowl and set aside.

Step 6

When the ribs have finished marinating, place them in a large Dutch oven with the liquid and braise, covered, for 2 hours.

Step 7

While the ribs are braising, make the barbecue sauce.

Step 8

In a medium saucepan, saute the onion and red pepper in olive oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.

Step 9

Allow the mixture to cook slightly, then puree in a food processor fitted with the metal blade.

Step 10

Turn oven up to 350 degrees and place the ribs on a baking sheet.

Step 11

Pour the guava barbecue sauce over the ribs and bake for 15 minutes.

NOTE: If you prefer, grill for 5 minutes on each side and finish in a 350-degree oven for 10 minutes, being careful as molasses tends to burn on the grill.