Caribbean Jerk Baby Back Ribs

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the jerk seasoning, dark rum, orange juice, brown sugar, chopped fresh thyme, grated fresh ginger, salt, black pepper, vegetable oil, and finely sliced scallions. Mix well to form a marinade.

3. 3

   Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor absorption.

4. 4

   Rub the marinade generously over both sides of the baby back pork ribs. For best results, let the ribs marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator.

5. 5

   Place the marinated ribs on a baking tray lined with foil. Cover the ribs with another sheet of foil to seal in moisture.

6. 6

   Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for

7. 7

   5 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone easily.

8. 8

   Remove the top foil and increase the oven temperature to 220°C (425°F). Roast the ribs uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes to caramelize the surface.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven, let the ribs rest for 5 minutes, then slice between the bones.

10. 10

    Serve hot, garnished with extra scallions or fresh thyme if desired.