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BBQ Paleo Pork Spare Ribs

BBQ Paleo Pork Spare Ribs

By Traeger Kitchen

A healthier take on ribs. These pork spares are seasoned with a smoky, savory paprika and chipotle rub, glazed with a sweet tomato based BBQ sauce.

Prep Time

20 Min

Cook Time

4 Hr
30 Min

Pellets

Cherry

Ingredients

Number of People Serving

4

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Units of Measurment:
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2 Rack St. Louis-style ribs
4 Tablespoon kosher salt
2 1/2 Tablespoon coarse ground black pepper, divided
4 1/3 Tablespoon paprika
2 Tablespoon garlic powder
2 2/3 Tablespoon onion powder
1 Teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
15 Fluid Ounce Tomato Sauce, organic
1/2 Cup water
1/2 Cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 Cup honey
1 Teaspoon ground mustard

Step

  • 1

    When ready to cook, set grill temperature to 225℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.

  • 2

    Remove membrane from back of ribs and season both sides with the rub. Let the ribs rest for 15 to 20 minutes.

  • 3

    Place the ribs on the grill bone side down and cook for 4 to 4-1/2 hours. Check the internal temperature of the ribs, the desired temperature is 202℉. If not at temperature, cook for an additional 30 minutes or until temperature is reached.

    225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

    202 ˚F / 94 ˚C

  • 4

    While the ribs are cooking, prepare the sauce. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce and heat through on stove top.

  • 5

    Place a thin layer of sauce on both sides and continue to cook for 10 minutes for the sauce to set.

    225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

    00:10

  • 6

    Remove ribs from grill and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

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