BackTender braised pork ribs with rice and pink beans. A classic Puerto Rican lunch that warms the soul.
Pork ribs at Selectos ~$3.49/lb. Pink beans ~$1.19/can. Sofrito ~$2.99/jar.
Season ribs with oregano, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Brown ribs on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Add sofrito and cook 2 minutes. Add water to cover, bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 45 minutes until ribs are tender.
While ribs cook, prepare rice. In a separate pot, warm pink beans with a spoonful of sofrito.
Serve ribs over rice with a side of pink beans and a drizzle of the cooking liquid.