Sweet and Spicy Honey Ribs

Sweet and Spicy Honey Ribs

Ingredients

  • 2 racks baby back ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat the grill or smoker to 275°F for indirect cooking.
  2. Remove the membrane and coat the ribs with olive oil and seasonings.
  3. Cook over indirect heat for 2½ hours.
  4. Combine the barbecue sauce, honey and hot sauce.
  5. Brush the ribs generously with the sauce and cook for another 30–45 minutes.
  6. Remove when the ribs are tender and the sauce is caramelized.