SALT AND PEPPER BEEF RIBS

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Make and share this Salt and Pepper Beef Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Time 6h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 (2 1/2-3 lb) slabs long beef ribs (beef back ribs, 5-6 pounds total)
coarse salt (kosher or sea)
cracked black peppercorns (not finely ground)
hot red pepper flakes (optional for spicier ribs)
1 1/2 cups wood chips, soaked for 1 hour in water to cover, then drained (preferably oak)
2 1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
2 tablespoons minced fresh onions
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Prepare ribs: Place a rack of ribs meat side down on a baking sheet; remove the thin, papery membrane from the back of the rack by inserting a slender implement, such as a butter knife or the tip of a meat thermometer, under it; the best place to start is on one of the middle bones.
Using a dish cloth, paper towel, or pliers to gain a secure grip, peel off the membrane; repeat with remaining racks.
Generously season both sides of ribs with salt, cracked black pepper, and hot pepper flakes.
Cover the ribs with plastic wrap and refrigerate them while you set up the smoker.
Set up and light the smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions and preheat to low; add wood chips per manufacturer's instructions.
When ready to cook, brush and oil the smoker rack; place ribs bone side down on the rack and smoke until cooked through, 4-5 hours.
Prepare sauce: To a saucepan add all the sauce ingredients; whisk to blend.
Gradually bring sauce to a boil over medium heat, whisking as needed.
Decrease heat slightly and let the sauce simmer gently until thick and richly flavored, about 10 minutes; serve warm or at room temperatue.
When ribs are done, transfer to a large platter or cutting board; let rest for a few minutes.
Cut racks in half or into 1-2 rib pieces; serve immediately with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2187.2, Fat 167.2, SaturatedFat 68.8, Cholesterol 408.2, Sodium 2138.8, Carbohydrate 77, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 64.6, Protein 93.8