Barbecue: Pineapple-Braised Ribs with Honey-Garlic Tomato Glaze

Name: Barbecue: Pineapple-Braised Ribs with Honey-Garlic Tomato Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h 15 min
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium rib pork spare ribs; Your favorite dry rub; 3 cups pineapple juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons chopped onion; 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic; 2 cups ketchup; 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup apple juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 3/4 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon celery seed

A unique smoke-braise-smoke technique creates succulent ribs with sweetness from pineapple braise and a caramelized honey-garlic tomato glaze.

Glycemic Load: 51.0 (High)

497 calories per serving

Serves: 5

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 4 hrs 15 mins

dinner american

About This Calculation

Barbecue: Pineapple-Braised Ribs with Honey-Garlic Tomato Glaze has a high glycemic load of 51.0 per serving — significant blood sugar impact — consider pairing with protein and fiber, or adjusting portion size.

The primary glycemic load contributors are dark brown sugar (GL 21.0), ketchup (GL 13.6), pineapple juice (GL 10.9). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.