Paul Kirk's Ribs
From the American Royal Barbecue contestant Paul Kirk
Friday, October 3, 2003
Nearly 400 teams compete in 4 events at the American Royal, the largest barbecue contest in the world. Paul Kirk shared his secrets.
Ingredients
Directions
1. Combine garlic salt, seasoning salt, celery salt, sugar, paprika, ground pepper, cayenne pepper and ground cumin. Store the spice rub in air-tight container.
2. Remove membrane from ribs and apply the spice rub like heavy salt and pepper.
3. Place ribs in a smokehouse-style cooker with closed lid, at 250 to 275 degrees for 4 to 5 hours for Loin (Baby) Back Ribs, or 5 to 6 hours for Spare Ribs.
4. Ribs are done when you see 1/4 inch or more of the bone tips exposed, and ribs pull apart easily.
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Nearly 400 teams compete in 4 events at the American Royal, the largest barbecue contest in the world. Paul Kirk shared his secrets.