To make the ribs: Whisk together the water, five-spice, sugar and salt until dissolved. Cut the racks in half and submerge fully in the brining liquid. Refrigerate overnight.
Preheat an oven to 300 degrees F.
Line a sheet tray with enough foil to completely cover and seal the pork ribs. Evenly spread the sliced onions on the foil and place the butter on top. Remove the ribs from the liquid and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place the ribs in one layer on top of the onions, and fold the foil over making sure to tightly seal the package. Roast undisturbed for 2 hours.
To make the sauce: Coat a small saucepan with the canola oil. Over medium heat, sweat the onions and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the sugar, cranberries, cranberry juice, vinegar and chipotle peppers. Simmer until the liquid is reduced by half. Puree the sauce in a blender until very smooth, season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Remove the ribs from the oven, unwrap and baste the ribs with the sauce. Increase oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake the ribs uncovered for 10 minutes until the sauce is lightly browned.
Divide the smothered onions onto 4 plates and serve with half a rack per person, or serve family style on a platter.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	892.62 Kcal (3737 kJ)
Calories from fat	220.28 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.48g	38%
Cholesterol	217.38mg	72%
Sodium	1034.85mg	43%
Potassium	1283.05mg	27%
Total Carbs	110.71g	37%
Sugars	94.37g	377%
Dietary Fiber	4.71g	19%
Protein	61.58g	123%
Vitamin C	18.2mg	30%
Iron	4.4mg	24%
Calcium	181.8mg	18%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	80.81 Kcal (338 kJ)
Calories from fat	19.94 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.22g	38%
Cholesterol	19.68mg	72%
Sodium	93.69mg	43%
Potassium	116.16mg	27%
Total Carbs	10.02g	37%
Sugars	8.54g	377%
Dietary Fiber	0.43g	19%
Protein	5.57g	123%
Vitamin C	1.6mg	30%
Iron	0.4mg	24%
Calcium	16.5mg	18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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