Spare Ribs with Balsamic Caramelized Onions

Preparation
15 minutes
Baking
1 hour 15 minutes
Portions
4
Ingredients
  • 1.35 kg (3 lbs.) of duBreton pork back spare ribs
  • 1 large red onion, quartered
  • 45 mL (3 tbsp.) of balsamic vinegar
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 30 mL (2 tbsp.) of fresh basil or 10 ml (2 tsp.) of dried basil
  • 30 mL (2 tbsp.) of olive oil
  • 375 mL (1½ cups) of red onion, finely sliced
  • 80 mL (1/3 cup) of balsamic vinegar
  • 45 mL (3 tbsp.) of sugar
  • Salt and pepper
Preparation steps
  1. Place the spare ribs in a casserole and add the onion, vinegar, bay leaf and thyme. Cover with water and season.
  2. Bring to a boil and then cook for 45 minutes or until the meat comes away easily from the bone.
  3. In the meantime, caramelize the onions in oil over medium heat.
  4. Deglaze with the vinegar and let reduce by half.
  5. Add the sugar and season to taste. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 230°C (450°F) or the barbecue to medium-high heat.
  7. Drain the cooked spare ribs carefully, coat with the caramelized onions and cook on the barbecue or on a baking sheet in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
  8. Cut between the bones to separate.
  9. Serve with vegetables roasted in the oven or grilled on the barbecue.