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Charcoal Grilled Ribs

Cultural Context

Charcoal grilled ribs are a staple of American barbecue culture, often associated with summer cookouts and family gatherings. The slow cooking process over charcoal imparts a unique smoky flavor that enhances the tenderness of the meat. While traditional recipes often feature pork, variations exist using beef or lamb, and different regions have their own signature sauces and spice blends.

AmericanUSmain
180 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 racks St Louis cut ribs
1/4 cup ground red pepper
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
table salt

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar and preservatives.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity and flavor.

1

Clean the ribs by blotting off excess moisture with a paper towel.

2

Trim any excess fat and skin from the ribs using a knife.

3

Remove the membrane from the ribs using a paper towel for grip.

4

Score the fat on the ribs to help render it during cooking.

5

Season the ribs with a hot rub, keeping the seasoning simple with salt and pepper.

6

Prepare the Primo XXL Grill for two-zone cooking with hot coals on one side.

7

Let the coals heat up for about 20 minutes before placing the ribs on the grill.

8

Place the ribs over the hot side of the grill, close the lid, and maintain a temperature of 300-325°F.

9

Prepare a mop sauce by mixing table salt, ground red pepper, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar in a jar.

10

Mop the ribs with the sauce every 10 minutes to keep them moist while cooking.

11

Flip the ribs every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

Primo XXL Grillpaper towelknifejar

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

BBQ RibsGrilled Pork Ribs

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