These finger-licking good sweet covered pork ribs are a great half-time appetizer.
2 cups hoisin sauce
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup tomatoe ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3 pounds pork spareribs
Marinade:
In a bowl stir together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, salt, sugar, water, garlic clove, and ginger; mix well and set aside. Place pork rack in a 9-inch shallow pan. Cover with marinade sauce and let stand for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 450°F.
Transfer ribs to a foil-lined shallow roasting pan. Place on rack to bake for 15 minutes.
Reduce heat to 350°F and continue cooking for 1 additional hour. Baste frequently. Remove and cut into serving pieces.
Makes 6 servings.