Mr. Food’S Cola Ribs

These Cola Ribs are a classic comfort food dish that transforms humble pork short ribs into a sticky, savory-sweet masterpiece. The magic lies in the regular cola, which provides natural sweetness and acidity that helps tenderize the meat while creating a rich, glossy sauce. Paired with simple seasonings like garlic powder and salt, the ribs become incredibly flavorful without needing a complex rub. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or family gatherings, these ribs offer a tender texture and a deep, caramelized flavor profile. The cooking process allows the meat to become fall-off-the-bone tender, soaking up every drop of the reduced cola glaze. It is a simple, reliable recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 4116.9

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

These Cola Ribs are a classic comfort food dish that transforms humble pork short ribs into a sticky, savory-sweet masterpiece. The magic lies in the regular cola, which provides natural sweetness and acidity that helps tenderize the meat while creating a rich, glossy sauce. Paired with simple seasonings like garlic powder and salt, the ribs become incredibly flavorful without needing a complex rub. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or family gatherings, these ribs offer a tender texture and a deep, caramelized flavor profile. The cooking process allows the meat to become fall-off-the-bone tender, soaking up every drop of the reduced cola glaze. It is a simple, reliable recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
4 pound To 5 cross-cut short ribs
3 tablespoon Vegetable oil
12 ounce Regular (NOT DIET) cola

Directions

1
In a small bowl, combine the salt and garlic powder.
2
Rub the salt and garlic mixture thoroughly over the surface of the short ribs.
3
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4
Brown the seasoned ribs on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5
Pour the regular cola over the ribs in the pot.
6
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the ribs are tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
7
Remove the lid and increase heat to medium-high to reduce the sauce until it is thick and glossy, coating the ribs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4116.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 465.3g716%
Saturated Fat 156.0g780%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4876.9mg204%
Total Carbohydrate 0.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure you use regular cola, not diet, as the sugar is essential for caramelization and thickness of the sauce.

Serve the ribs with the remaining pan drippings as a rich dipping sauce or drizzled over the meat.

For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce or hot pepper sauce to the cola before simmering.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water if the sauce thickens too much.

Keywords: cola ribs, pork ribs, short ribs, braised ribs, sticky ribs, american cuisine, comfort food, pork dish, garlic ribs, easy dinner, family meal, braised pork, cola sauce, tender ribs, bbq ribs, slow cooked, pan fried, meat dish, dessert sauce, savory sweet

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/mr-foods-cola-ribs/