Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

baby back rib racks

1 unit

white onion

finely chopped

4 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

10 ounce

Guinness stout

0.5 cup

honey

0.5 cup

brown sugar

1 cup

molasses

1 tsp

pepper

mixed

1 tbsp

coriander seed

fresh ground

1 tsp

fennel seed

to taste

1 tsp

kosher salt

to taste

1 tbsp

chili flakes

0.5 cup

orange juice

fresh squeezed

1 unit

orange

zest of

Step 1
~21 min

Finely chop the white onion and garlic cloves.

Step 2
~21 min

Combine onion, garlic, Guinness stout, honey, brown sugar, molasses, mixed peppercorn, coriander seed, fennel seed, kosher salt, chili flakes, fresh squeezed orange juice, and orange zest in a blender.

Step 3
~21 min

Blend the ingredients until smooth, reserving some of the mixture for glaze.

Step 4
~21 min

Soak the baby back rib racks in the blended mixture overnight.

Step 5
~21 min

Smoke the ribs in applewood at a low temperature (approximately 120 degrees) for about 2.5 hours.

Step 6
~21 min

Remove ribs from heat and let rest for about 20 minutes before slicing into individual ribs.

Step 7
~21 min

Reduce the reserved mixture with additional molasses, Guinness, orange zest, and honey to taste.

Step 8
~21 min

Crank up the heat on the BBQ grill.

Step 9
~21 min

Slather the ribs with the reduced glaze.

Step 10
~21 min

Cook the ribs until browned and beautifully glazed.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a deeper smoky flavor, use a combination of applewood and hickory wood chips.

Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the level of spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The marinade can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
High
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw and potato salad.

Pair with cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato salad
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

BBQ is a staple of American cuisine, often associated with gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Labor Day
Summer cookouts

Occasion Tags

Summer cookout
Party
BBQ
Family gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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