Backyard Barbecue Ribs

Ingredients

• 1200 gRibs
• 26 gRaw sugar
• 23 gPaprika powder
• 18 gSalt
• 15 gCayenne pepper
• 2 gRosemary
• 9 gGarlic powder
• 240 gTomato paste
• 168 gMolasses
• 30 gWorcestershire sauce
• 65 gSoy sauce
• 30 gApple cider vinegar
• 1 gHickory chunk

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare rub and rub on ribs

   • Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, cayenne, dried rosemary and garlic powder in a bowl.
   • Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the spareribs.
   • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour (or overnight).
2. 2

   Prepare smoker/grill

   • Place hickory chunks in the smoker or on coals for indirect heat.
   • Set temperature to about 120 °C (250 °F).
3. 3

   Make the BBQ glaze

   • Combine tomato paste, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and cider vinegar in a saucepan.
   • Bring to a boil, then simmer until reduced by about three quarters and glossy.
   • Remove from heat and cool slightly.
4. 4

   Smoke the ribs

   • Place rubbed ribs in the smoker/grill with indirect heat.
   • Cook 5–6 hours at about 120 °C until tender and the meat pulls back from the bones.
5. 5

   Glaze and finish

   • Brush ribs with the glaze and move to high heat.
   • Turn and brush frequently until well browned and caramelized.
   • Let rest 10 minutes before serving.