Arkansas Slabs Of Ribs Recipe
Ingredients
| Sugar | 1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For the spice rub:) | |
| Dry mustard | 2 Tablespoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Paprika | 2 Tablespoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Dried basil leaves | 1 Tablespoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Garlic powder | 1 Tablespoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Onion powder | 1 Tablespoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Black pepper | 1 Teaspoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| Red cayenne pepper | 1 Teaspoon (For the spice rub:) | |
| 2 racks pork spareribs or baby back ribs, trimmed (about 6 pounds) | ||
| Cider vinegar | 1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For the basting sauce:) | |
| Cold water | 1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For the basting sauce:) | |
| 1 1/2 teaspoons hickory smoked salt | ||
Directions
1. To make the spice rub: In a small bowl, combine all the spice-rub ingredients, then rub on both sides of the ribs, coating them well. If you wish, cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. To make the basting sauce: In another small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, and salt.
2. Slow smoke cooking method: Prepare the grill by heating the coals at one end. Place the ribs on the other end of the rack, away from the coals. Cover the grill and vent slightly. Smoke for 4 1/2 to 5 hours or until tender, brushing occasionally with the basting sauce.
3. Oven/grill cooking method: Preheat the oven to 350°F°. Place a rack in a large shallow roasting pan and pour in 1 inch of hot water. Arrange the ribs on the rack and cover -with foil. Roast for 15 minutes, baste with the sauce, turn over, then roast 15 minutes longer. Preheat the grill or broiler. Grill the ribs, covered, directly over medium-hot coals, or broil 4 inches from the heat, for 10 minutes on each side or until browned, basting frequently with the sauce. Serve with generous helpings of Fourth of July Potato Salad.
2. Slow smoke cooking method: Prepare the grill by heating the coals at one end. Place the ribs on the other end of the rack, away from the coals. Cover the grill and vent slightly. Smoke for 4 1/2 to 5 hours or until tender, brushing occasionally with the basting sauce.
3. Oven/grill cooking method: Preheat the oven to 350°F°. Place a rack in a large shallow roasting pan and pour in 1 inch of hot water. Arrange the ribs on the rack and cover -with foil. Roast for 15 minutes, baste with the sauce, turn over, then roast 15 minutes longer. Preheat the grill or broiler. Grill the ribs, covered, directly over medium-hot coals, or broil 4 inches from the heat, for 10 minutes on each side or until browned, basting frequently with the sauce. Serve with generous helpings of Fourth of July Potato Salad.
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