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B B King's Restaurant Barbequed Ribs Recipe

Experience the legendary flavor of B.B. King's BBQ ribs with this mouthwatering recipe! Perfectly tender and fall-off-the-bone ribs, slow-smoked to perfection with a tangy, sweet BBQ sauce. This recipe recreates the magic of a classic, bringing restaurant-quality BBQ to your backyard smoker. Get ready for an unforgettable rib feast!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 420 mins
Calories 462.3 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for B B King's Restaurant Barbequed Ribs

  • 3 lbs pork spareribs
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • Cumin (quantity not specified)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Seasoning Salt (quantity not specified)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

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How to Make B B King's Restaurant Barbequed Ribs

  1. Prepare the Dry Rub: Combine 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Rub the Ribs: Generously rub the dry spice mix all over the ribs. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Make the BBQ Sauce: In a saucepan, combine 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1 medium onion (chopped), 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 cup water, and 1/2 cup of the prepared dry rub. Bring to a simmer over low heat and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  4. Preheat Smoker/Grill: Preheat your smoker or grill to 225-250°F (107-121°C). Maintain a consistent low and slow temperature throughout the cooking process.
  5. Smoke the Ribs: Place the ribs on the smoker grates and cook for 3-5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and easily pull apart. Maintain the smoker temperature and add wood chips for a smoky flavor (e.g., hickory or mesquite).
  6. Baste and Finish: During the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs generously with the BBQ sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are perfectly tender.
  7. Rest and Serve: Remove ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw and corn on the cob, and extra BBQ sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

309 g

Sugar

219g

Fat

8g

Carbs

31g

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Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Lunch Main Dish Easy Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less