3 medium-size yellow onions   4 cloves garlic   1 tablespoon sugar   3 pounds pork spareribs or beef short ribs, cut into 2 rib widths   2 1/4 cups canned crushed tomatoes   3 tablespoons red wine vinegar   2 tablespoons molasses   1 large banana   1/4 cup raisins   2 teaspoons ground ginger   3/4 teaspoon dried oregano   1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce   8 ounces green beans   1 cup long-grain white or brown rice   Flat-leaf parsley sprigs (optional garnish)

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