Delicious, Juicy Spareribs with BBQ Marinade and Aromatic Spice Blend
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 60 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork ribs (spareribs or baby back ribs)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 sheets heavy-duty aluminum foil (approx. 24 x 18 inches), lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray
- 8 ice cubes
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup apricot jam
Instructions
- Preheat the grill. Divide the pork ribs into sections of 4-6 ribs each.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, basil, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper, black pepper, and brown sugar. Season the ribs on both sides with this spice blend.
- Turn off one burner of the gas grill and place the ribs on the opposite side of the burner (indirect grilling). Alternatively, you can place the ribs on the warming rack. Place 4 ice cubes on the ribs to create a gentle steam that promotes tenderness.
- Close the grill lid to allow heat to circulate – ideal for charcoal or gas grills.
- Stir the barbecue sauce with the apricot jam and honey to create a sweet glaze and set aside.
- Grill the ribs over low heat for about 45–60 minutes, until the meat is tender and easily separates from the bone.
- Now place the spareribs in the grill basket and brush them generously with the barbecue-honey mixture. Grill the ribs for another 5-10 minutes, brushing them regularly during this time, until the glaze is caramelized and shiny.
