St. Louis Style Spare Rib (gf) Recipe
1 Full slab of ribs served uncut, cut by request. (Serves 2 - 3)
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Ingredients
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Rib Preparation
BBQ Sauce
Method
Rib Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Remove the membrane from the back of the spare ribs for better flavor and tenderness.
- 2
Apply Mustard
Spread a generous layer of yellow mustard over the ribs. This serves as a binder for the rub.
- 3
Season the Ribs
In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over the ribs, covering all sides.
BBQ Sauce Preparation
- 4
Make the BBQ Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
Cooking the Ribs
- 6
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-low heat (around 225-250°F).
- 7
- 8
Serving
- 9
Slice and Serve
Once the ribs are cooked and tender, remove them from the grill. Let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve uncut or cut into portions as requested.
