Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

onions

sliced

1 tbsp

butter

for browning

6 cup

ketchup

Heinz only

1.5 cup

vinegar

9 tbsp

mustard

Goulden's

9 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

4 tbsp

brown sugar

0.25 tsp

salt

Step 1
~4 min

Slice the onions into medium-sized pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Brown the sliced onions in the melted butter until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 4
~4 min

Add ketchup, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and salt to the saucepan.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir all ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 6
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7
~4 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld.

Step 8
~4 min

Parboil ribs for 20 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Marinate the parboiled ribs in the prepared BBQ sauce for several hours in the refrigerator.

Step 10
~4 min

Preheat grill to medium heat.

Step 11
~4 min

Grill the marinated ribs, turning occasionally, until cooked through and nicely charred, basting with additional BBQ sauce as desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your preference.

Simmer longer for a thicker sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw and potato salad.

Pair with grilled corn on the cob.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Grilled Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Commonly used for barbecues and grilling in American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Labor Day
Memorial Day

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Party
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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