Indulge in the flavors of the American South with these mouthwatering Tennessee Rubdown BBQ Ribs. This recipe features a special blend of spices and a slow cooking method that produces tender, juicy ribs that are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 racks of pork baby back ribs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- BBQ sauce of your choice
Directions
- Preheat your grill or smoker to 225°F.
- In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create your rub.
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and generously season both sides of the ribs with the rub mixture.
- Place the ribs on the grill or smoker and cook for 3 hours, spraying with apple cider vinegar every hour.
- In a small bowl, mix together the Worcestershire sauce and honey to create a glaze.
- After 3 hours, brush the ribs with the glaze and continue cooking for an additional hour, or until the ribs are tender and have reached an internal temperature of 190°F.
- Remove the ribs from the grill or smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with your favorite BBQ sauce.