Kansas City BBQ Ribs
Ingredients
- 2 racks Indiana Kitchen Ribs
- 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 1/4 c. paprika for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. black pepper for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. salt for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. garlic powder for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. onion powder for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder for dry rub seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper for dry rub seasoning
- 2 Tbsp. butter for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1 small diced onion for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 2 c. ketchup for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1/3 c. dark molasses for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1/3 c. brown sugar for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1/3 c. apple cider vinegar for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 2 Tbsp. mustard for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 2 Tbsp. chili powder for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 2 tsp. black pepper for Kansas City BBQ sauce
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper for Kansas City BBQ sauce
Servings: servings
Instructions
- Whisk together brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and cayenne powder to make a seasoning rub for the ribs.
- Trim the ribs of any excess fat and remove the membrane from the back of the rack. Rub generously with dry rub seasoning on both sides. Wrap the ribs in foil and refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours (optional: refrigerate over-night).
- To make the Kansas City BBQ sauce, heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Melt the butter then add the onion and cook about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about another minute.
- Whisk in ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, chili powder, black and cayenne pepper to butter mixture. Bring the saucepan to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer about 30 minutes or until thickened. Be sure to stir frequently. Blend with a hand mixer, if needed, to ensure a smooth sauce.
- For low and slow ribs, preheat the grill to 225 degrees F. Place ribs bone side down and cook for 4-5 hours, basting the ribs in the last hour with the barbecue sauce.
- For a quicker cook time, preheat the grill to medium or 325-350 degrees F. Place ribs bone side down and good 2.5 - 3 hours, basting the ribs in the last hour with the barbeque sauce.
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