Best 4 Kansas City Style Pork Ribs Recipes

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In pursuit of culinary excellence, let us embark on a delectable journey to discover the secrets behind the legendary Kansas City-style pork ribs. Renowned for their smoky, fall-off-the-bone succulence, these pork ribs have become an iconic symbol of American barbecue. We will delve into the history, techniques, and essential ingredients that contribute to the unique flavor profile of these highly sought-after ribs. With meticulous attention to detail and a passion for culinary exploration, we aim to provide you with the ultimate guide to achieving Kansas City-style pork rib perfection.

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KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT4h15m

Yield 4 large/8 small portions

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 slabs pork spare ribs, 3 pounds each
Kansas City Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup dry mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (about 2/3 cup)small onion, finely diced
3 cups water
1 cup (2 (6-ounce) cans) tomato paste
1/2 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the thin white membrane off of the bone-side of the ribs. Mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Massage the rub into the ribs and let sit for 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • If cooking on the grill, place the ribs meat-side down next to medium-hot coals that are about 225 degrees F. The indirect heat will cook them slower, making them tender. Allow to cook for 1 hour. Turn ribs every half hour and baste with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • If cooking indoors, place in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. In a preheated 350 degrees F. oven, place the ribs, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes and removing the foil for the last 30 minutes and cooking until fork tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • In a small sauce pot on medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the onion, cooking until translucent.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Add to sauce pan and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Use to baste the pork spare ribs.
  • 3 cups

NEELY'S KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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The Neeley's have a cooking show on Food Network, and I love their recipes. If you love ribs like I do, you have got to TRY THESE!!! These ribs have some spice to them, so if you are making them for the kiddos or for those that don't like spicy food, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking. PLEASE NOTE: The preparation time does not include the time it takes for the ribs to sit in the fridge with the rub on (1-24 hrs.) ALSO: It takes 3-4 hours, depending on whether you slow cook them on the grill or in the oven.

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories     Pork

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 large or 8 small

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 slabs pork spareribs, 3 pounds each
kansas city barbecue sauce, recipe follows
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup dry mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 about 2/3 cup small onion, finely diced
3 cups water
1 cup tomato paste (2 6-ounce cans)
1/2 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Dry Rub:.
  • Remove the thin white membrane off of the bone-side of the ribs. Mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Massage the rub into the ribs and let sit for 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • If cooking on the grill, place the ribs meat-side down next to medium-hot coals that are about 225 degrees F. The indirect heat will cook them slower, making them tender. Allow to cook for 1 hour. Turn ribs every half hour and baste with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • If cooking indoors, place in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. In a preheated 350 degrees F. oven, place the ribs, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes and removing the foil for the last 30 minutes and cooking until fork tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • Kansas City Barbeque Sauce:.
  • In a small sauce pot on medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the onion, cooking until translucent.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Add to sauce pan and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Use to baste the pork spare ribs.
  • Makes 3 cups sauce.

KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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These ribs are mouth watering delicious. Courtesy The Neelys

Provided by Bernice Mosteller

Categories     Ribs

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 23

2- - - -3 lb slabs pork spare ribs
kansas city bbq sauce follows:
KANSAS CITY BBQ DRY RUB:
2 c brown sugar
1/2 c dry mustard
1 Tbsp cayenne pepper ( to your taste )
1 Tbsp smoked paprika
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp salt ( to your taste )
2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
KANSAS CITY BBQ SAUCE:
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 small ( about 2/3 cup ) onion, finely diced
3 c water
1 c ( 2---6 ounce ) cans tomato paste
1/2 c brown sugar
2/3 c apple cider vinegar
1/4 c molasses
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper ( to your taste )
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt ( to your taste )
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. DIRECTIONS FOR THE DRY RUB:
  • 2. Remove the thin white membrane off of the bone - side of the ribs. Mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Massage the rub into the ribs and let sit for 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • 3. If cooking on the grill, place the ribs meat side next to medium-hot coals that are about 225 degrees F. The indirect heat will cook them slower, making them tender. Allow to cook for 1 hour. Turn ribs every half hour and baste with the Kansas City BBQ sauce. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • 4. If cooking indoors, place in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with the Kansas City BBQ sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. In a preheated 350 degrees, oven, place the ribs, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes and removing the foil for the last 30 minutes and cooking until fork tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • 5. DIRECTIONS FOR THE SAUCE::
  • 6. In a small saucepan on medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the onion, cooking until translucent. ADD the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. ADD to saucepan and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Use to baste the pork spare ribs. YIELD::3 cups.

KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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Categories     Bake     Dinner     Lunch     Pork     Grill/Barbecue

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 slices pork spare ribs, 3 pounds each
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 Kansas BBQ Sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Combine brown sugar, salt and RawSpiceBar's Kansas BBQ Rub.
  • 2. Massage spice rub and sugar mixture into ribs and let them sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour or preferably overnight.
  • 3. To cook them on the grill, turn grill to 225F and place ribs meat-side down on indirect heat. Turn the ribs every half hour, basting with BBQ sauce every 20 minutes. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • 4. If cooking them indoors, turn the oven to 350F. Place the ribs in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with BBQ sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. Place ribs in the preheated oven, basting them with sauce every 30 minutes. Remove the foil for the last 30 minutes. It will take 2.5 to 3 hours for them to become fully cooked and tender.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs. Baby back ribs are the most popular choice for Kansas City-style ribs, but you can also use spare ribs. Baby back ribs are leaner and more tender, while spare ribs are meatier and have more flavor. Ribs should be at least 1 inch thick and have good marbling.
  • Trim the ribs. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. This will help the ribs cook more evenly and tenderize them.
  • Make the rub. The rub is what gives Kansas City-style ribs their signature flavor. It typically consists of a combination of brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chili powder. You can also add other spices to taste, such as cayenne pepper or dry mustard.
  • Apply the rub. Rub the ribs liberally with the rub, making sure to coat all sides. You can let the ribs sit in the rub for up to 24 hours before cooking.
  • Smoke the ribs. Kansas City-style ribs are traditionally smoked over hickory wood. However, you can also use other types of wood, such as oak or apple. Smoke the ribs for 2-3 hours, or until they are tender and fall off the bone.
  • Sauce the ribs. Kansas City-style ribs are typically served with a thick, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce. You can make your own sauce or use a store-bought sauce. Brush the ribs with the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Conclusion:

Kansas City-style pork ribs are a delicious and classic American dish. They are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a special occasion meal. With a little time and effort, you can make Kansas City-style pork ribs that will impress your friends and family.

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