Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 3 to 4 lbs. St. Louis Ribs (spare ribs, membrane removed)
  • 2 tbsp. paprika
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp. dried oregano
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups homemade ketchup
  • 2 tbsp. old fashioned mustard
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1/4 cup raw honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp. hot pepper sauce
  • 2 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 325 F.
  • In a bowl, combine all of the spices for the ribs; then, generously rub the ribs with the spice mixture.
  • Place the ribs on a baking sheet and cook for 2 to 3 hours, covered, in the preheated oven.
  • While the ribs are cooking, add all of the ingredients for the bbq sauce in a saucepan and bring to a light boil; then, lower the heat to low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce and place them on the grill.
  • Grill the ribs for 10 to 15 minutes, turning every 2 to 4 minutes and brushing with additional barbecue sauce.
  • Let the ribs rest for 4 to 5 minutes before serving.