How to Make Tender American BBQ Ribs at Home
American BBQ Ribs: A Rich History
American BBQ Ribs originally a Southern cuisine.
It is the European colonizers who introduced this cooking method in the 17th century when they first brought pork to the Americas.
Now, the BBQ ribs become part of American culture which symbolize community, traditions and warm hospitality.
This is both a cooking method and social tradition which involves slow-cooing meat either over wood or charcoal to have smoky flavor.
The cooking method of this recipe typically involves cooking meat such as pork, pork ribs, chicken, fish and more often with marinades, rubs, or sauces.
However, BBQ differs from one country to another depends on regions and culture such as their cooking method and style, how to prepare, and sauce preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 racks of pork ribs (St. Louis-style or baby back)
- 1/4 cup BBQ rub
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- Wood chips (hickory, oak, or apple)
Instructions
- Preheat smoker/grill to 225°F (110°C).
- Prepare ribs (remove membrane, trim excess fat).
- Apply dry rub.
- Smoke ribs for 4-5 hours.
- Wrap ribs in foil (2-3 hours).
- Unwrap and glaze with BBQ sauce.
- Finish with 30 minutes of direct heat.
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