B.b.q. Pork Ribs Recipe
Smoked daily for 10 hours, low and slow
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Ingredients
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Ribs
BBQ Sauce
Method
Preparation of Ribs
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Begin by removing the membrane from the back of the pork ribs for better flavor absorption. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Ribs
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated.
- 3
Apply Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned ribs and rub it in to help the spices adhere better.
Cooking the Ribs
- 4
Prepare the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Use a mild wood like apple or cherry for a sweeter flavor.
- 5
Smoke the Ribs
Place the ribs in the smoker bone side down. Smoke for approximately 5 hours, maintaining a steady temperature.
- 6
Wrap the Ribs
After 5 hours of smoking, wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and return them to the smoker for an additional 2 hours.
- 7
Finish Cooking
Remove the foil after 2 hours and allow the ribs to smoke for another hour. This will help create a nice crust.
Preparing the BBQ Sauce
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.