Whether you are planning for a family gathering, hosting a tailgate party, or simply looking to impress your friends with your culinary skills, preparing a delicious and unforgettable meal is the goal. Among the many options, the Memphis-style pork ribs stand out as a barbecue classic that tantalizes taste buds with its smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. To achieve the perfect Memphis-style pork ribs, the key lies in the rub, a carefully crafted blend of spices and seasonings that forms the flavorful crust of these delectable ribs. In this article, we will embark on a journey to discover the secrets of the Memphis rib rub, providing you with a comprehensive guide to create an authentic and irresistible copycat version right in your own kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BIG JOHN'S CHILI-RUBBED RIBS
When my family thinks of summer grilling, it's ribs all the way. Our Asian-inspired recipe is a welcome change from the usual barbecue-sauce versions. -Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h50m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix the first 6 ingredients; rub over ribs. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Wrap rib racks in large pieces of heavy-duty foil; seal tightly. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat until tender, 1 to 1-1/2 hours., In a large saucepan, combine glaze ingredients; cook, uncovered, over medium heat until heated through and sugar is dissolved, 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally., Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place ribs over direct heat; brush with some of the glaze. Grill, covered, over medium heat until browned, 25-30 minutes, turning and brushing ribs occasionally with remaining glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
MEMPHIS RUB
This zesty rub will bring out the best in ribs and other meats. Try it on chicken!
Provided by ALIKAT695
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small airtight container, mix paprika, dark brown sugar, white sugar, salt, monosodium glutamate, celery salt, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, garlic powder and onion powder. Seal and store in a cool dark place until ready for use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1785.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
MEMPHIS DRY RUB
This is a wonderful and spicy rub that goes great on beef or pork ribs! Put it on ribs lightly to get a nice kick and put it on heavy to get a bold hot dish!
Provided by Nikki Johnson
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine brown sugar, white sugar, paprika, salt, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and chili powder in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 876.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
MEMPHIS RIB RUB
In Memphis, ribs are all about the rub. Largely served without barbecue sauce, this dry memphis rib rub is the best way to give pork ribs great flavor.
Provided by Derrick Riches
Categories Seasonings
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix ingredients together. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months after preparation.
- Spread evenly on prepared ribs that have been patted dry and let sit until the rub appears moist. Use this rub for: Barbecue Ribs on the Smoker Barbecue Ribs on a Charcoal Grill Barbecue Ribs on a Gas Grill Barbecue Ribs in the Oven
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4296 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 3/4 cup/180 mL (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
COPYCAT CHILI'S INSTANT POT BABY BACK RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY
Juicy, tender ribs in less than 30 minutes? It sounds impossible, but with the help of a pressure cooker, you'll have perfect, fall-of-the-bone ribs in no time. We replicated the flavors of Chili's famous ribs by incorporating liquid smoke in the cooking process. We also created a cheater's BBQ sauce by upgrading good-quality store-bought BBQ sauce with chipotle in adobo, orange juice, and chili powder.
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the ribs: In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and white pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Season both sides of the baby back ribs with some of the dry rub, reserving the rest for another use.
- Add the water, liquid smoke, and apple cider vinegar to the basin of an Instant Pot. Place the rack insert in the bottom and set the ribs on the rack on their sides, spiraling around the inside of the pot.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot, making sure the vent is set to sealing. Select manual pressure and set the pressure to high. Set the timer for 25 minutes. When the timer goes off, turn the machine to venting to release the pressure.
- Meanwhile, make the barbecue sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together the barbecue sauce, chipotle in adobo, chili powder and orange juice. Set aside.
- When the ribs have about 10 minutes of cook time left, arrange an oven rack in the upper third of the oven and turn the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Transfer the ribs to the prepared baking sheet. Brush liberally with the barbecue sauce.
- Broil the ribs for 2-4 minutes, until the sauce begins to caramelize.
- Enjoy!
RUBY TUESDAY'S MEMPHIS DRY RUB RIBS COPYCAT
Menu description - "Hang Off The Plate Ribs® A colossal portion of fork-tender premium baby back ribs. Slow-cooked for hours and seasoned with our secret spices. They've got attitude!" recipelink.com (Adapted from source: BBQ USA: 425 Fiery Recipes from All Across America by Steven Raichlen)
Provided by Chef GreanEyes
Categories Pork
Time 40m
Yield 1 rack ribs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Rub 2/3 of the mixture onto front and back of ribs.
- Lightly brush on barbecue sauce.
- Grill.
- Sprinkle remaining Rub onto top of ribs after grilling.
CHILI'S BABY BACK RIBS - COPYCAT
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Provided by mailbelle
Categories Pork
Time 3h35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°.
- Cut the rib slabs in half, leaving 6 to 8 ribs per section. In a large roasting pan, arrange the ribs evenly, then add the water. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or foil to prevent steam from escaping. Bake for 3 hours.
- About 2 hours into the baking time, make the sauce. In a large saucepan, combine all the sauce ingredients. Simmer over low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare the coals in a barbecue. Remove the ribs from the roasting pan. Discard the water.
- Cover the ribs with the sauce, saving about 1 1/2 cups of the sauce for later use at the table. Grill the ribs on the barbecue for about 5 minutes per side, or until slightly charred.
- Serve with the remaining sauce and lots of paper towels or moist towelettes.
- ***ALTERNATE SLOW COOKER DIRECTIONS: Place the ribs in a slow cooker, pouring the sauce over. Let cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the meat is very tender.
Tips:
- To achieve the best flavor, use a good quality chili powder. Look for one that is made with a blend of different chili peppers, such as ancho, guajillo, and pasilla.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of brown sugar. Light brown sugar will give the rub a more delicate flavor, while dark brown sugar will give it a richer, more molasses-like flavor.
- If you don't have paprika on hand, you can substitute smoked paprika. This will give the rub a slightly smoky flavor.
- Be sure to rub the mixture into the ribs evenly. This will help to ensure that they are evenly seasoned.
- Let the ribs rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the rub to penetrate the meat and develop its flavor.
- Cook the ribs over indirect heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
- Brush the ribs with barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will help to give them a nice glaze.
Conclusion:
This chili's Memphis rib rub copycat recipe is a great way to achieve delicious, fall-off-the-bone ribs at home. With its perfect blend of spices and brown sugar, this rub is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're in the mood for some ribs, give this recipe a try.
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