Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q Ribs (well ... sort of)

Name: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q Ribs (well ... sort of)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slabs St. Louis-cut Pork Spareribs; 2 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon onion salt; 1/4 teaspoon celery salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Memphis-style Championship Red Sauce (page 220)

Servings: persons

1
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.
2
In a small bowl, combine the dry rub ingredients and mix well.
3
Apply generously to the front and back of the ribs, patting gently to ensure the rub adheres.
4
Build a fire (wood or a combination of charcoal and wood) for indirect cooking by situating the coals on only one side of the grill, leaving the other side void.
5
If using a charcoal cooker, preheat it to 250F.
6
Place the ribs on the grill meat side up and cook with indirect heat for 4 hours, or until the ribs are tender.
7
Remove the ribs from the cooker and paint with Memphis-Style Championship Red Sauce.
8
Place the ribs back on the cooker over indirect heat and cook for 20 minutes at 250F.
9
Remove the ribs, cut, and serve.
10
Indirect heat
11
Hickory

164

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Fat

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slabs St. Louis-cut Pork Spareribs, 2 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q Ribs (well ... sort of) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!