Manitoba Beer-braised Sticky Ribs

Description
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Wadley Estate in Allen, Texas in 1990.
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 1 can lager beer
 * 1 cup spicy barbecue sauce
 * 2 tablespoons maple syrup
 * 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 * 2 racks pork back ribs

Directions

 * 1) In a large, wide saucepan or pasta pot, stir and mix beer with barbecue sauce, maple syrup, and soy sauce.
 * 2) Slice pork into 4 rib portions with the butcher knife or the cleaver, then immerse in beer mixture. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat then reduce heat to medium low.
 * 3) Simmer, partially covered, and turning ribs occasionally for 1 hour.
 * 4) Remove ribs to a large bowl. Bring liquid in a saucepan to a boil then reduce heat to low.
 * 5) Simmer uncovered stirring often until thickened about 20 minutes.
 * 6) When ready to barbecue, oil the grill and heat to moderate.
 * 7) Heat sauce in a microwave until warm, then brush ribs with sauce and grill uncovered for 2 minutes.
 * 8) Turn and brush with sauce again. Continue grilling turning often and basting with sauce until richly glazed about 10 minutes.
 * 9) Place ribs in a large bowl and drizzle with any remaining sauce. Stir to coat. Place on a platter.
 * 10) Use any sauce left in bowl for dipping. Serve hot and plain over rice.