Smoked Baby Back Ribs With Cola Barbecue Sauce

Name: Smoked Baby Back Ribs With Cola Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 2/3 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup cola; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon mesquite liquid smoke; Meat; 3 -4 lbs baby back ribs (2 slabs, 1 1/2 to 2 lb. each); Rub; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1 teaspoon pure chile powder; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; Other; about 2 cups mesquite wood chips, soaked in water for at least 1 hour

Servings: persons

Sauce
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup cola
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon mesquite liquid smoke
Meat
3 -4 lbs baby back ribs (2 slabs, 1 1/2 to 2 lb. each)
Rub
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon pure chile powder
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Other
about 2 cups mesquite wood chips, soaked in water for at least 1 hour

1
Make the sauce--in a saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil.
2
Add in garlic, chile powder, and cumin; cook for 30 seconds, stirring occasionally.
3
Add in the remaining sauce ingredients, whisk them together, and allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes.
4
The ribs--remove the thin membrane from the back of each rack of ribs; allow the ribs to stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before grilling.
5
The rub--in a small bowl, mix the rub ingredients; season the ribs all over with the rub, pressing the spices into the meat.
6
Drain the mesquite chips and toss them onto the burning coals or into the smoking box of a gas grill; grill the ribs over Indirect Low heat (grill temperature should be about 300Au00b0) until the meat is very tender and has shrunk back from the ends of the bones, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
7
About 15 minutes before the ribs are done, start brushing occasionally with the sauce on both sides.
8
Transfer the ribs to a baking sheet and tightly cover with foil; let rest for 30 minutes before serving.
9
Serve warm.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: Sauce, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic, 1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder, and more.

Yes, Smoked Baby Back Ribs With Cola Barbecue Sauce 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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