Ribs With Big Daddy Rub Recipe

Name: Ribs With Big Daddy Rub
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BIG DADDY RUB; 1 1/2 cups brown sugar; 1/8 cup kosher salt; 1/8 cup smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon hot chili powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne; 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes; APPLE CIDER-BUTTERMILK SAUCE; 2 cups apple cider; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; RIBS; 5 lbs pork spareribs, St. Louis style; 2 liters cola (recommended ( Coca-Cola); 4 cups water

Servings: persons

BIG DADDY RUB
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/8 cup kosher salt
1/8 cup smoked paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon hot chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne
1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
APPLE CIDER-BUTTERMILK SAUCE
2 cups apple cider
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
RIBS
5 lbs pork spareribs, St. Louis style
2 liters cola (recommended ( Coca-Cola)
4 cups water

1
BIG DADDY RUB: In a medium sized bowl, mix all rub ingredients until well combined.
2
APPLE CIDER-BUTTERMILK SAUCE: In a medium pot add apple cider, sugar and red pepper on medium high heat.
3
Reduce by half.
4
Pour mixture into a separate bowl.
5
Add buttermilk and mix thoroughly and add lemon juice and zest.
6
RIBS: Rub ribs with 1 cup Big Daddy Rub until evenly coated on both sides.
7
Allow ribs to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
8
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
9
Place ribs in 2 large roasting pans and cover with the cola and water.
10
Cover with foil and cook in oven for 1 1/2 hours.
11
Remove ribs from oven and allow to cool.
12
Slice ribs into individual-size pieces.
13
Preheat grill over medium-high heat.
14
Place ribs on the grill.
15
Brush on apple cider-buttermilk sauce.
16
Cook for additional 5 minutes.
17
In a large bowl, toss ribs with another 1 cup of rub until well coated.
18
Spread ribs out on a sheet tray and bake in the oven for an additional 20 minutes until caramelized.
19
Serve alongside a cider-buttermilk sauce, chipotle aioli, or harissa rouille.

1886

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

155

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BIG DADDY RUB, 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1/8 cup kosher salt, 1/8 cup smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Ribs With Big Daddy Rub falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Ribs With Big Daddy Rub

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