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Texas-Style Pork Ribs

Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs pork spare ribs;
  • 3 tbsp. paprika;
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper;
  • 2 tbsp. garlic powder;
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions;
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced;
  • 2 cups homemade ketchup;
  • 1/2 cup hot water;
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder;
  • 4 tbsp. raw honey; (optional or to taste)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper;

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the paprika, 1 tsp. of the cayenne pepper and the garlic powder. Generously season with sea salt and black pepper.
  2. Coat the ribs liberally with the spice mixture. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 275 F, and bake, uncovered, for 3 to 4 hours, or until the ribs are tender.
  4. Add some cooking fat to a saucepan placed over a medium heat.
  5. Cook the onion and the garlic until lightly browned.
  6. Stir in the ketchup, and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring constantly.
  7. Add in the water, honey, and chili powder, and season to taste with cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat your grill to a medium-low heat.
  9. Grill the ribs for 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
  10. Baste ribs with the sauce during the last 10 minutes of grilling.
  11. Serve warm with the remaining sauce.