Best 6 Kansas City Sloppy Ribs Includes An Awesome Dry Rub Recipes

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Kansas City Sloppy Ribs: A Sweet and Tangy Treat

Among the many culinary delights that Kansas City has to offer, Sloppy Ribs stand out as a unique and flavorful dish. These finger-licking ribs are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a fall-off-the-bone tenderness that makes them a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The ribs are typically cooked low and slow, smothered in a rich and tangy sauce, and served with a side of coleslaw and potato salad.

The article provides two mouthwatering recipes for Kansas City Sloppy Ribs. The first recipe introduces a classic version of the dish, featuring a homemade dry rub that infuses the ribs with a symphony of savory flavors. The second recipe offers a unique twist on the classic, using a slow cooker to achieve fall-off-the-bone tenderness while the tantalizing aromas fill your home. Both recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

KANSAS CITY STYLE PORK RIBS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT4h15m

Yield 4 large/8 small portions

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 slabs pork spare ribs, 3 pounds each
Kansas City Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup dry mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (about 2/3 cup)small onion, finely diced
3 cups water
1 cup (2 (6-ounce) cans) tomato paste
1/2 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the thin white membrane off of the bone-side of the ribs. Mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Massage the rub into the ribs and let sit for 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • If cooking on the grill, place the ribs meat-side down next to medium-hot coals that are about 225 degrees F. The indirect heat will cook them slower, making them tender. Allow to cook for 1 hour. Turn ribs every half hour and baste with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce. Cook until the ribs are tender, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • If cooking indoors, place in a roasting pan with a rack. Slather the ribs with the Kansas City Barbeque Sauce and tent a piece of aluminum foil over them. In a preheated 350 degrees F. oven, place the ribs, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes and removing the foil for the last 30 minutes and cooking until fork tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • In a small sauce pot on medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the onion, cooking until translucent.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Add to sauce pan and let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Use to baste the pork spare ribs.
  • 3 cups

HOW TO MAKE KANSAS CITY STYLE RIBS



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Kansas City Style Ribs are characterized by a brown sugar spice dry rub and thick, sticky sauce brushed on in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Nutritional info is for ribs only. See other recipes for Nutrition info for Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce and Dry Rub.

Provided by Kevin Is Cooking

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Main

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 racks baby back pork ribs or spare ribs
Oak or hickory wood chips (soaked (if smoking))
Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce ((recipe link))
Kansas City Style Dry Rub ((recipe link))
1/2 tsp Liquid Smoke ((See Note 1))

Steps:

  • Whisk together the Kansas City Style Dry Rub spices together and set aside.
  • Remove the membrane from the back of the rack, and trim the pork ribs of any excess fat. Rub each rack liberally with the rub on both sides. Wrap ribs in foil or large container and refrigerate over night (optional, minimum 2 hours).
  • Remove the ribs from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature. Soak wood chips and start your grill or smoker.
  • Mix together the Kansas City Style barbecue sauce recipe and set aside or use your favorite.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1096 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fiber 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KANSAS CITY RIB RUB



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The traditional barbecue rub recipe for Kansas City-style ribs combines several spices with brown sugar. Finish the rubs with a good barbecue sauce.

Provided by Derrick Riches

Categories     Spice Mix     Ingredient

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup paprika
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients together.
  • Either use immediately or transfer to an airtight container. The rub can be stored up to six months in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize Makes 1 1/8 cups, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

KANSAS CITY-STYLE RIBS



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Our family recipe for ribs has evolved to near perfection. These country-style beauties are a legend in our close circle. -Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons each garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika
1-1/4 teaspoons each ground cumin, coarsely ground pepper and cayenne pepper
12 bone-in country-style pork ribs (about 7 pounds)
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and seasonings; sprinkle over ribs. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., For sauce, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 5-6 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Wrap ribs in a large piece of heavy-duty foil; seal edges of foil. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat until ribs are tender, 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hours., Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place ribs over direct medium heat; baste with some of the sauce. Grill, covered, until browned, 8-10 minutes, turning and basting occasionally with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

KANSAS CITY STYLE DRY RUB



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I got this rub from an Internet BBQ newsletter. Although meant for ribs it could also be used for chicken.

Provided by rocket_j_dawg

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup paprika
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup celery salt
3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 teaspoons dried mustard
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients and evenly coat the ribs with the dry rub, wrap with plastic wrap and then foil. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours but overnight is best.
  • 30 minutes before you are ready to cook the ribs, remove them from the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature.
  • Cook using your favorite method.

THE NEELEY'S KANSAS CITY BABY BACK RIBS DRY RUB AND COOK METHOD



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My husband and I saw this on Food Networks Down Home With the Neeley's and had to try it. I am so glad we did! It is awesome!!! The ONLY way we will make ribs anymore!!! These ribs are time consuming; it is an all day job, so make these on a day that you have 5 or 6 hours to spare! You won't be dissapointed!!!

Provided by robingracejohnson

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT5h

Yield 1 rack of ribs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup dried mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
1 rack baby back ribs

Steps:

  • Mix all the dry rub ingredients together.
  • Rub desired amount onto a rack of baby back ribs.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in refrigerator for 24 hours before grilling.
  • Heat your charcoal grill and prepare it to use your smoker attachment. If you do not have a smoker (we don't) just situate the charcoals to one side of the grill.
  • When grill is heated and the flames go away place rack of ribs, skin side up, on the grill on the opposite side that the charcoals are on. This makes for cooking with indirect heat.
  • Cook ribs on grill for 5 or 6 hours, turning and basting with your favorite BBQ sauce (ours is Sweet Baby Rays hickory and brown sugar) every 30 minutes. Temperature of grill should be around 225 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1138.3, Fat 52.4, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 184.4, Sodium 1987.5, Carbohydrate 117.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 108.1, Protein 55.1

Tips:

  • Make sure to use a good quality dry rub. The rub is what gives the ribs their flavor, so don't skimp on the ingredients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations of spices in your dry rub. There are endless possibilities, so have fun and see what you like best.
  • Let the ribs rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help the dry rub to penetrate the meat and give the ribs a more flavorful crust.
  • Cook the ribs low and slow. This will help to tenderize the meat and prevent it from drying out.
  • Baste the ribs with sauce during the last hour of cooking. This will help to keep the ribs moist and add an extra layer of flavor.
  • Let the ribs rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat and make the ribs even more tender.

Conclusion:

Kansas City Sloppy Ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a family meal or a party, these ribs are sure to be a hit. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy some amazing ribs!

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