#caribbeaninspired

Indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with these succulent beef ribs, baked to perfection and glazed with a sweet and tangy rum molasses sauce. Perfect for a festive gathering or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef ribs. 1 cup dark rum. 1/2 cup molasses. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp ginger, minced. 1/2 tsp ground allspice. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Salt and pepper to taste. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Add garlic, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to a bowl and mix them together with rum, molasses, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pepper. Put the beef ribs in a big plastic bag that can be closed again or a shallow dish. Cover all of the ribs with the marinade by pouring it over them. Place the dish or bag in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight. Warm the oven up to 325F 160C. Take the ribs out of the marinade and set the marinade aside to use as a basting sauce. Put the ribs on a baking sheet that has been lined with foil. If you want the ribs to be tender, bake them in a preheated oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, basting them every now and then with the marinade you saved. Take the ribs out of the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy your Caribbean party with these tasty ribs baked in the oven!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 150 minutes

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