Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Name: Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 45 pounds baby back ribs, diamond scored on bone side; 2 quarts Rib Spice, recipe follows; Salt and pepper; 3 quarts porter or other dark beer; 3 quarts vegetable stock; 5 white onions, julienned; Molasses Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows; 2 1/2 cups brown sugar; 1 cup chili powder; 1/2 cup granulated onion; 1/2 cup salt and pepper, mixed; 1/4 cup granulated garlic; 1/4 cup dried oregano; 2 cups ketchup, such as Heinz; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 4 1/2 tablespoons steak sauce, such as A1; 1/4 pound brown sugar; 1/2 tablespoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/4 teaspoon granulated onion

Servings: persons

45 pounds baby back ribs, diamond scored on bone side
2 quarts Rib Spice, recipe follows
Salt and pepper
3 quarts porter or other dark beer
3 quarts vegetable stock
5 white onions, julienned
Molasses Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
2 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 cup chili powder
1/2 cup granulated onion
1/2 cup salt and pepper, mixed
1/4 cup granulated garlic
1/4 cup dried oregano
2 cups ketchup, such as Heinz
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup cider vinegar
4 1/2 tablespoons steak sauce, such as A1
1/4 pound brown sugar
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/4 teaspoon granulated onion

1
Rub the ribs liberally with the Rib Spice and let them sit, covered, in the refrigerator overnight.
2
Prepare a charcoal grill.
3
Season the ribs with salt and pepper.
4
When the coals are very hot, grill the ribs for 5 to 7 minutes per side.
5
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
6
Arrange the ribs in roasting pans.
7
Pour the beer and vegetable stock over the ribs and spread the onions over the top.
8
Cover each roasting pan with plastic wrap and heavy-duty aluminum foil.
9
There should be no holes in the plastic wrap or the foil.
10
Braise the ribs until a bone comes out with minimal resistance when pulled, about 2 hours.
11
Do not over-braise.
12
Remove the plastic wrap and foil and let the ribs cool in their braising liquid.
13
To serve, prepare a charcoal grill.
14
Warm the ribs over medium heat and baste with the Molasses Barbeque Sauce.
15
Serve hot.
16
Combine the brown sugar, chili powder, granulated onion, salt and pepper, granulated garlic and dried oregano in a large bowl and whisk until well combined.
17
Combine the ketchup, molasses, vinegar and steak sauce in a medium saucepan over low heat.
18
Once the mixture comes to a simmer add the sugar, chili powder, granulated garlic and granulated onion.
19
Stir the sauce often to prevent the sugars from scorching and do not allow the sauce to boil.
20
Simmer for 30 minutes.

938

kcal

Calories

Fat

224

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 45 pounds baby back ribs, diamond scored on bone side, 2 quarts Rib Spice, recipe follows, Salt and pepper, 3 quarts porter or other dark beer, and more.

Yes, Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs

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