Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 6 tablespoons salt
  • 6 tablespoons black pepper
  • 6 teaspoons chili powder
  • 4 cups ketchup
  • 4 cups white vinegar
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 1/2 cup molasses

Method

  • ----- DRY RUB DIRECTIONS: Mix in jar, cover and shake well to mix.
  • Sprinkle rub liberally on ribs.
  • Allow to stand 20 to 30 minutes at room temperature until rub appears wet.
  • RIB SMOKING DIRECTIONS: Prepare smoker for long, slow cooking using hickory chips for flavor.
  • Cook ribs, bone side down at 230 degrees for 2 hours using indirect heat.
  • Turn and cook 1 more hour.
  • During last 15 minutes, baste with BBQ sauce diluted by 1/2 with water.
  • Serve ribs with warm undiluted sauce on the side.
  • BBQ SAUCE DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 10 minutes or so.
  • Pour into sterilized jars, seal and let stand for 2 to 6 weeks before using.