_Sips iced tea_ Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about a BBQ recipe that’ll have your neighbors “casually” lingering in their yards, hoping for an invitation. Trust me, I’ve caused quite a few neighborly rivalries with this one!
Picture this: Honey-Glazed Citrus BBQ Ribs that fall right off the bone, paired with a secret sauce that’ll make your taste buds dance. I’m talking about the kind of ribs that’ll have your guests asking for the recipe while they’re still licking their fingers!
What You’ll Need:
– 2 racks of baby back ribs
– 1 orange (trust me on this!)
– 4 cloves of garlic
– ¼ cup honey
– ⅓ cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
– Your favorite BBQ sauce (I won’t judge if it’s store-bought!)
For the dry rub (because we’re not basic):
Mix paprika, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne if you’re feeling spicy like me!
Y’all, here’s where the magic happens:
1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs (nobody likes that chewy business)
2. Massage that dry rub all over like you’re giving those ribs a spa treatment
3. Let them sit for at least 2 hours (overnight if you’re a planning queen)
Here’s my little secret – before grilling, squeeze that orange over the ribs and drizzle with honey. I know it sounds weird, but honey helps create that gorgeous caramelization we’re all drooling over.
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Now, for the grilling:
– Preheat your grill to 225°F (indirect heat)
– Place ribs bone-side down
– Grill for 3 hours, spritzing with apple juice every hour
– In the last 30 minutes, brush with your BBQ sauce mixture
Pro tip: Mix your BBQ sauce with a bit of the honey and orange juice for an extra punch of flavor. You’re welcome!
When they’re done, let them rest for 10 minutes (I know it’s hard, but patience is a virtue!). The meat should be tender enough to pull apart with just a gentle tug.
Serve these bad boys with some coleslaw, cornbread, or whatever your heart desires. I won’t tell if you eat them straight off the grill – we’ve all been there!
Listen, honey, if these ribs don’t make you the star of your next BBQ, I’ll eat my sunhat! Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how they turned out. Did the orange surprise you? Did your family fight over the last piece? I want all the juicy details!
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Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some ribs calling my name. _winks_
