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Savory Grilled BBQ Ribs with Sticky Maple Bourbon Glaze

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Tender grilled pork back ribs coated with a sticky, sweet, and smoky maple bourbon glaze, perfect for backyard BBQs and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 pounds pork back ribs, trimmed and membrane removed
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup bourbon whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Remove the silver skin membrane from the bone side of the ribs using a sharp knife and paper towel for grip. Trim excess fat and pat ribs dry.
  2. In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and chili powder. Rub evenly over both sides of the ribs. Let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Preheat grill for indirect heat at about 275°F (135°C). For charcoal, bank coals to one side; for gas, turn one burner off and others to medium low.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Place ribs bone side down on the cooler part of the grill (indirect heat). Close lid and cook for 1 hour 15 minutes, maintaining temperature around 275°F (135°C). Avoid flipping or opening lid frequently.
  6. Brush ribs generously with the maple bourbon glaze, flip ribs, and baste the other side. Close lid and cook another 15-20 minutes to let glaze set and caramelize. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  7. Remove ribs from grill and wrap loosely in aluminum foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

If glaze is too thin, simmer on stove to thicken before applying. Keep a spray bottle of water nearby to control flare-ups. Remove membrane for tender ribs. Cook ribs low and slow over indirect heat. Let ribs rest wrapped in foil to retain juices.

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