BBQ Rib Board with Sauces (Printable)

Celebrate Father’s Day with tender BBQ ribs and three signature sauces.

# What You'll Need:

→ Ribs

01 - 2 full racks (about 5.5 lbs) St. Louis-style pork ribs
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 tbsp brown sugar
04 - 1 tbsp smoked paprika
05 - 2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1½ tsp ground black pepper
08 - 1½ tsp kosher salt
09 - 1 tsp chili powder
10 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Sauce 1: Classic Honey BBQ

11 - 1 cup ketchup
12 - ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
13 - ¼ cup honey
14 - ¼ cup brown sugar
15 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
16 - 1 tsp garlic powder
17 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
18 - Salt & black pepper to taste

→ Sauce 2: Spicy Chipotle

19 - 1 cup tomato sauce
20 - 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from chipotle peppers in adobo)
21 - 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
22 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
23 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
24 - 1 tsp cumin
25 - ½ tsp black pepper
26 - Salt to taste

→ Sauce 3: Mustard Maple

27 - ½ cup Dijon mustard
28 - 2 tbsp yellow mustard
29 - ¼ cup pure maple syrup
30 - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
31 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
32 - ½ tsp paprika
33 - Salt & black pepper to taste

→ Board Accompaniments (optional)

34 - Sliced pickles
35 - Cornbread
36 - Fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
37 - Sliced red onions

# How to Make It:

01 - Remove the thin membrane from the bone side of each rack. Brush lightly with olive oil. Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and cayenne in a small bowl and rub over both sides of the ribs.
02 - Heat your grill/smoker to 250°F for indirect cooking or preheat your oven to 285°F.
03 - Place ribs bone-side down. Grill or roast, covered, for 2 hours, turning once halfway.
04 - While the ribs cook, combine all ingredients for each sauce in separate saucepans. Simmer each over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, and adjust seasoning to taste.
05 - After 2 hours, generously brush ribs with your choice of sauce (or a mix). Increase heat to 375°F. Grill or bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting once. Ribs should be deeply glazed and very tender.
06 - Rest ribs loosely covered for 10 minutes before slicing into individual ribs.
07 - Arrange sliced ribs on a large platter or board. Serve each sauce in small bowls with spoons. Garnish with pickles, cornbread, herbs, and onions if desired.
08 - Serve immediately and enjoy with sides of your choice.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You can customize the sauces to fit any palate, making it a versatile feast.
  • Gatherings always spark laughter and stories when this dish is served, creating unforgettable moments.
02 -
  • Make sure to remove that membrane from the ribs; it's an essential step for tenderness.
  • Adjusting seasoning in your sauces can elevate flavors remarkably, so taste as you go!
03 -
  • Letting the ribs rest before slicing is crucial to keep them juicy.
  • Double-check your sauces for gluten if you're serving friends with dietary needs.
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