Best 4 Kansas City Sweet And Smoky Rub For Ribs Recipes

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Kansas City Sweet and Smoky Rub for Ribs: A Taste of Barbecue Heaven

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to barbecue paradise with our Kansas City Sweet and Smoky Rub for Ribs. This tantalizing rub is a harmonious blend of sweet and smoky flavors, crafted to elevate your ribs to a level of deliciousness that will leave your taste buds craving more. Whether you prefer baby back ribs or hearty spare ribs, this rub is the key to achieving fall-off-the-bone tenderness and an irresistible caramelized crust. But that's not all; this versatile rub can also transform chicken, pork shoulder, and even vegetables into smoky, finger-licking masterpieces. Get ready to impress your friends and family with your newfound barbecue skills as you explore the mouthwatering recipes featured in this article.

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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 SWEET AND SMOKY BARBECUE RUB



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Sweet rather than salty, flavorful rather than fiery, this seasoning mix contains mustard in the style of a Memphis rub and chili powder in the style of Texas.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Grill/Barbecue     Spice     Paprika     Ginger     Kansas City     Kansas

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sweet or smoked paprika
1/4 cup seasoned salt, preferably Basic Seasoned Salt, or a good commercial brand, such as Lawry's
1/4 cup homemade smoked salt, or use a good commercial brand
1/4 cup onion salt
1/4 cup celery salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons pure chile powder (not a blend)
2 teaspoons mustard powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir or whisk to mix. Transfer to a large jar, cover, and store away from heat and light. The rub will keep for several weeks.

KANSAS CITY BBQ RIBS



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Give your ribs great flavor with our part-baked, part-grilled Kansas City BBQ Ribs recipe. Please the whole family with these Kansas City BBQ Ribs.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. paprika
1-1/2 tsp. each garlic powder and onion powder
1 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
4 lb. pork spareribs, trimmed
1 cup HEINZ BBQ Sauce Kansas City Sweet & Smoky

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Combine sugar and seasonings; rub over ribs. Place on foil-covered rimmed baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 1 hour.
  • Heat grill to medium-high heat. Transfer ribs to grill.
  • Grill 8 to 10 min. or until heated through, turning and brushing frequently with barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 19 g, Protein 27 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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of spices to create a complex and flavorful rub. Common spices used in Kansas City-style rubs include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Be generous with the rub. Apply it liberally to all sides of the ribs, making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies.
  • Let the ribs rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the rub to penetrate the meat and develop its flavor.
  • Cook the ribs low and slow. The ideal temperature for smoking ribs is between 225°F and 250°F. At this temperature, the ribs will cook slowly and evenly, allowing the meat to become tender and fall off the bone.
  • Baste the ribs with a mixture of apple cider vinegar and water every 30 minutes or so. This will help to keep the ribs moist and prevent them from drying out.
  • Cook the ribs until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. This will take about 4-6 hours, depending on the thickness of the ribs.

Conclusion:

Kansas City-style ribs are a delicious and smoky dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your ribs turn out perfect every time.

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