The Best BBQ Ribs Without Using A Smoker

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken ribs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken ribs are lower in fat; pork shoulder is more affordable.

BBQ sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade BBQ sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup with spices

Homemade sauce can be healthier; ketchup is often cheaper.

Make the rib rub by combining 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee.

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.

Generously season the ribs with the rib rub.

Place each rack of ribs in an envelope of foil and add a splash of vinegar.

Seal the foil tightly to prevent leakage and place in the oven.

Cook in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.

Prepare the BBQ sauce by combining 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 2 tablespoons yuzu rice vinegar, 220 grams water, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon smoked paprika in a pot.

Simmer the BBQ sauce over medium heat for 30 minutes until thickened.

Optionally, cold smoke the BBQ sauce using a cold smoking gun for added flavor.

Once the ribs are done, open the foil and let them cool slightly.

Grill the ribs to glaze them, basting with BBQ sauce until a thick lacquer forms.

Cooking Techniques

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