CERTAIN CRAVINGS

Never knew it was possible to cook with cola. You would think the ribs would get a cola flavour. but the cola will just makes the meat tender and a bit more sweeter than normal. The ribs will be extra sticky and sweet. Of course the meat will fall off the bones.

• 1 kg spareribs;
• 1 tsp tumeric powder;
• 1 tsp paprika powder;
• 1 tsp cumin powder;
• 1 tsp coriander powder;
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder;
• 2 tbsp olive oil;
• 1 can of coca cola;
• 4 tbsp maple syrup;
• 10 bay leaves;
• salt and pepper to taste.

Method:

1. Preheat the oven at 180C.
2. Put the ribs in a baking tray;
3. Get a big bowl and add all the spices (including pepper and salt), olive oil and maple syrup;
4. Stir the mixture well and pour it over the ribs and rub the mixture in;
5. Add the cola in the baking tray;
6. Add the bay leaves;
7. Put the baking tray in the oven. After 30 minutes lower the temperature to 150C for 90 minutes;
8. Baste the ribs ever now and then;
9. Serve with bread or whatever you like!