Ingredients
4 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into serving-size pieces3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons pepperBARBECUE SAUCE:2 tablespoons butter1 small onion, finely chopped1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon celery seed1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preparation
Preheat oven to 325°. Rub ribs with garlic; place in a roasting pan. Bake, covered, until tender, about 2 hours.
Mix sugar, salt and seasonings; sprinkle over ribs. Remove from pan; cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight.
In a small saucepan, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Brush ribs with some of the sauce. Grill, covered, over medium heat until heated through, 12-15 minutes, turning and brushing occasionally with additional sauce. Serve with remaining sauce.
