Expresso BBQ Ribs

The smoky, sweet, and strong flavors in these Expresso BBQ Ribs go well together. The dry rub and basting sauce with espresso give traditional BBQ ribs a unique twist that makes them a real hit with everyone.

Ingredients:

• 2 racks of baby back ribs
• 1/4 cup espresso powder
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup brewed espresso

Instructions:

Preheat your grill or smoker to 225F 107C

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor penetration

In a bowl, mix espresso powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create the dry rub

Rub the dry rub all over the ribs, ensuring an even coating

Place the ribs on the grill/smoker and cook for 3 hours, maintaining a steady temperature

Mix BBQ sauce with brewed espresso to create the basting sauce

After 3 hours, start basting the ribs with the espresso BBQ sauce every 20 minutes for the next hour, allowing the flavors to meld

Increase the temperature to 275F 135C and cook for an additional hour, continuing to baste

Check for doneness the meat should easily pull away from the bone

Remove the ribs from the grill/smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing

Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!