Lulu Luau Ribs

Note from Cheri: The recipe below is reprinted with permission from Retro Luau -- Planning the Perfect Polynesian Party by Richard Perry (2004 Collector's Press). Retro Luau has everything you need to plan a great tropical party - from decorations to party games, great Polynesian inspired food and drinks and much more. Click here to learn more about this great book, discount ordering links and for more free sample recipes.

3 pounds boneless pork loin ribs 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped 1/2 cup soy sauce 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/2 cup dark corn syrup 3 tablespoons port wine 1 tablespoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Serves 8-10 Preheat oven to 325° F. Bring all ingredients (except ribs) to a boil, then cool. Marinate ribs 4-6 hours. Place ribs in a rack in a roasting pan filled with 1-inch depth of water. Bake for about 1 hour. Cut into about 20 1-inch pieces and serve.