St. Louis Rib Starter Recipe
Slow roasted St. Louis ribs with smokey barbecue sauce
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Ingredients
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Ribs and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Rinse the St. Louis ribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs for better flavor absorption.
- 2
Season the Ribs
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the ribs, ensuring an even coating.
- 3
Slow Roast
Place the seasoned ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover the ribs tightly with another piece of aluminum foil. Slow roast the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.
- 4
Prepare the Barbecue Sauce
While the ribs are roasting, combine the smoky barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a small saucepan. Heat over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
- 5
Glaze and Finish
Once the ribs are done, remove them from the oven and increase the temperature to 200°C (400°F). Brush a generous amount of the barbecue sauce mixture over the ribs. Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side.
