Apricot Pork Spareribs

Ingredients

Spareribs

• 4 pounds pork side spareribs

Marinade

• 1 (19 ounce) can apricot halves, drained
• 1 cup crushed pineapple
• 1/4 cup apricot brandy
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

1. The day before the barbecue, place apricots in a blender. Process until smooth. Place apricot puree in a saucepan and add remaining marinade ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let cool.
2. Place pork ribs in a glass or ceramic dish large enough for the sheets of ribs to lie flat. Pour marinade over ribs. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Turn a few times.
3. Remove ribs from marinade. Reserve marinade for basting.
4. Grill ribs over medium-hot coals for 15 to 20 minutes, basing and turning frequently.
5. Cut ribs into serving pieces.