Ribs with Carolina Barbecue Sauce

Name: Ribs with Carolina Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 3 tbsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. cayenne (ground red) pepper; 1/2 tsp. celery salt; 1/2 tsp. dry mustard; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tbsp. packed brown sugar; 2 tsp. packed brown sugar; Kosher salt; pepper; 2 rack St. Louis-style pork ribs; 1 c. boiling water; 3/4 c. cider vinegar; 3 tbsp. ketchup; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper

Published: Apr 27, 2011

Yields:

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs

Cal/Serv:

555

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Every region of the United States is known for its unique barbecue style. In the Carolinas, ribs are coated in a spicy dry rub, then slathered with a tangy, vinegar-based sauce while cooking to add even more flavor. Try our other variations: Memphis Ribs and Five-Spice Hoisin Ribs.

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Ingredients

3 Tbsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. cayenne (ground red) pepper
1/2 tsp. celery salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. packed brown sugar
2 tsp. packed brown sugar
Kosher salt
pepper
2 rack St. Louis-style pork ribs
1 cup boiling water
3/4 cup cider vinegar
3 Tbsp. ketchup
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper

Directions

1. Step 1Prepare dry rub: In bowl, combine paprika, cayenne, celery salt, mustard, cumin, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons black pepper. In large roasting pan, place ribs side by side; rub with dry rub. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 1 day.
2. Step 2Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Uncover ribs and add boiling water to pan. Cover pan tightly with foil. Bake 1 hour 30 minutes or until tender. Uncover ribs.
3. Step 3Meanwhile, prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling on medium-low. Prepare sauce: In bowl, stir vinegar, ketchup, red pepper, and remaining brown sugar.
4. Step 4Grill ribs, bone side down, 5 minutes, brushing with sauce. Turn ribs over; grill 5 minutes, brushing with sauce. Repeat.