Coffee-Rubbed Ribs

By therman

Ingredients

• For the Rub:
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground coffee
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander
• 2 racks spare ribs preferably St. Louis cut
• Stout barbecue sauce (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Mix all seasoning ingredients in a bowl. Remove membrane from the ribs and rub the seasoning liberally all over the meat. Wrap and refrigerate overnight or for a few hours. Remove from refrigerator and warm oven to 225 degrees. Place ribs on foil lined baking sheet and then tightly wrap with foil. Bake for 5 to 6 hours. If using sauce, brush on meat and bake an additional 20 minutes or until caramelized.