Kansas City-style Ribs Recipe
Cooked over cherry wood and slathered with sweet and tangy sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ribs and Sauce
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Trim any excess fat.
- 2
Make the Dry Rub
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Rub the Ribs
Generously apply the dry rub to both sides of the ribs. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, honey, and liquid smoke. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Preheat the Grill
Prepare your grill for indirect cooking and preheat to 120°C (250°F). Soak the cherry wood chips in water for 30 minutes before using.
- 6
Cook the Ribs
Place the ribs on the grill away from direct heat. Add the soaked cherry wood chips to the coals or in a smoker box. Cook for 3 to 4 hours, basting with the sauce every hour, until the ribs are tender.
- 7