Memphis-Style BBQ Ribs

Name: Memphis-Style BBQ Ribs
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 slab pork spareribs; 6 tbsp Rib Rub; 1 cup tomato paste; ½ cup molasses; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce; Hickory chunks

This is a classic U.S. style of BBQ pork ribs.

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Ingredients

Makes

1 slab pork spareribs
6 tbsp Rib Rub
1 cup tomato paste
½ cup molasses
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
Hickory chunks

Ingredients for 2 servings (605 g) · the original recipe

Method

1
Season spareribs with rib rub.
2
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3
Place chunks in smoker or charcoal grill set for indirect heat at 250°F (120°C).
Grill or barbecue
4
Combine liquid ingredients and bring to a boil over high heat.
Stovetop
5
Reduce liquid by ⅓.
6
Place spareribs into smoker or grill for 4–5 hours, basting occasionally with sauce.
Grill or barbecue
7
Brush remaining sauce on top of ribs and place on a medium-high grill until browned. The internal temperature of the ribs before removing from the grill needs to be at least 145°F (63°C).
Grill or barbecue
8
Let rest for 10 minutes, covered, and carve.

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