Directions

1. Place the onions and garlic and sprinkle with the sugar in a large pot. Add 250 mL (1 cup) of the water and simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat until the water has evaporated and the onions are very soft—about 10 minutes.
2. Add the ribs, remaining water and tomatoes, vinegar, molasses, banana, raisins, ginger, oregano and red pepper sauce. Mix well.
3. Bring to a boil, cover and transfer into aluminum foil or a shallow covered pan.
4. Place on low heat on the grill and let cook until the ribs are tender and the meat falls away from the bone–about 1 hour 20 minutes.
5. Stir in the green beans, cover and bake until the beans are tender–15 to 20 minutes more.
6. Serve with the rice and garnish with the parsley sprigs if desired.