Kansas City BBQ Ribs

Ingredients

Pork ribs

2 racks (about 4-5 pounds)

BBQ spice rub

1/4 cup

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1 teaspoon

Onion powder

1 tablespoon

Garlic powder

1 tablespoon

Brown sugar

1/4 cup

Apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup

BBQ sauce

1 cup

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to a steady 250°F (120°C), ensuring a low and slow cooking environment.
2. Generously rub the BBQ spice rub all over the pork ribs, making sure they are fully coated for the best flavor. Cover the ribs with aluminum foil and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the spices to meld.
3. Place the ribs on the grill, bone side down, and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Keep a close eye on the grill temperature; the key to tender ribs is consistent low heat.
4. While the ribs are cooking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld beautifully.
5. Once the ribs are tender and have developed a nice bark, remove them from the grill. Brush the ribs generously with your prepared BBQ sauce, then return them to the grill for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and create a beautiful glaze.
6. Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side for dipping, and enjoy the explosion of flavors!