Idol sa Kusina: Baby Back Ribs and Tex-Mex Pasta Salad

baby back ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can be healthier and cheaper than commercial options.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: elbow macaroni

Whole wheat pasta offers more fiber, while elbow macaroni is often less expensive.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and inexpensive, while canned beans save time.

Marinate baby back ribs with tomato sauce.

Prepare the ribs for cooking by leaving them open.

Cook the ribs until caramelized.

Cut red onion into cubes and add to the dish.

Prepare potatoes for topping.

Mix in salsa with the ribs.

Prepare pasta for the salad.

Add cilantro and parsley to the pasta salad.

Serve the ribs alongside the pasta salad.

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