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Kansas City-Style Spareribs


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  • Author: Clare Schmidt
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Kansas City-Style Spareribs are the ultimate barbecue indulgence, featuring tender, juicy pork coated in a sticky, sweet glaze. This recipe captures the essence of smoky flavor and caramelized goodness, making it perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners. With straightforward steps, anyone can create these mouthwatering ribs that are sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs pork spareribs
  • 1 cup Kansas City BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Rinse the ribs under cold water, pat dry, and remove the membrane from the back for better seasoning.
  3. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Generously rub the spice mixture over both sides of the ribs. Let them sit for at least one hour or overnight in the fridge.
  5. Place ribs bone-side down on the prepared baking sheet and cover tightly with foil. Bake for about 2.5 hours until tender.
  6. Remove foil and brush BBQ sauce over ribs. Return to the oven uncovered for an additional 30 minutes until caramelized.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 150 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 rib (200g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg