Joe’s Simple Barbecue Spareribs

A rack of glossy, caramelized barbecue spareribs served on a white plate. The ribs are coated in a rich, sticky barbecue sauce with a slightly charred, smoky appearance. In the background, a foil-wrapped baked potato and dipping sauce are partially visible, enhancing the hearty, comfort-food presentation.

No matter the season, these classic barbecue spareribs are always a hit. This easy, foolproof recipe delivers tender, juicy ribs with a rich, tangy, and smoky homemade sauce. The secret? Slow simmering before grilling, which ensures the ribs stay moist and flavorful while soaking up every bit of that sweet and tangy BBQ glaze. Whether you’re cooking for a family gathering, backyard BBQ, or just treating yourself, these ribs are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Serving Size: 10
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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds pork spareribs, cut into serving-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup your favorite barbeque sauce
  • 1 Tbl minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place ribs in large skillet or roasting pan. Cover with lightly salted water, and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour, or until meat is tender, but not quite falling off the bone. Remove from heat, and drain.
  3. Place the boiled ribs in a roasting pan, and cover with sauce. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic in butter until the onion is tender; remove from heat. In a blender, combine 1 cup water, vinegar, ketchup, barbeque sauce, lemon juice. Pour in the melted butter mixture, and purée for 1 minute.
  5. Pour into a saucepan, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
  6. Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Brush grill grate with oil. Grill ribs for 10 to 20 minutes, or until well browned, basting with sauce and turning frequently

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