Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Cork TucsonOld Pueblo Ribs Recipe

Old Pueblo Ribs Recipe

Inspired by The Cork Tucson
Time3h 30m
Serves4

Pork ribs, slow cooked & brushed with prickly pear BBQ sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Rub the pork ribs with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  2. 2

    Slow Cook the Ribs

    Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Cover tightly with another piece of foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.

  3. 3

    Make the Prickly Pear BBQ Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine prickly pear juice, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Glaze the Ribs

    Remove the ribs from the oven. Brush them generously with the prickly pear BBQ sauce. Optionally, you can grill them on a barbecue or under a broiler for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize the sauce.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining BBQ sauce on the side.

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