Carolina-Style BBQ Ribs

Ingredients:

For the ribs:

• 2 racks of pork spare ribs (about 3-4 lbs each)
• 1/4 cup yellow mustard
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

For the dry rub:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar 
• 2 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

For the Carolina-style BBQ sauce:

• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup yellow mustard
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp hot sauce (like Texas Pete)
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.
2. Mix the yellow mustard and apple cider vinegar, then brush this mixture all over the ribs.
3. In a bowl, combine all dry rub ingredients. Apply the rub generously to both sides of the ribs.
4. Wrap the ribs tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
5. Preheat your grill or smoker to 225°F (107°C).
6. Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature.
7. Place the ribs on the grill, bone side down. Cook for about 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).
8. While the ribs are cooking, prepare the BBQ sauce by whisking all sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
9. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs with the BBQ sauce every 10 minutes.
10. Once done, remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10-15 minutes.
11. Slice the ribs between the bones and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Enjoy your Carolina-style BBQ ribs!

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