
| Spicy Spare Ribs ~ These ribs are topped with a spicy sauce to pack a powerful flavor punch. A cool salad or creamy coleslaw makes a perfect complement. National Pork Producers Council 1 3-pound rack pork spareribs 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce 2/3 cup cider vinegar 2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon prepared mustard 1/2 teaspoon pepper Melt butter in a large skillet over low heat; add onion and garlic, and sauté until tender. Add remaining ingredients, except ribs, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place ribs on grill, meatiest side down, about 6 inches above low coals, or over indirect heat (banked coals). Close grill hood. Cook for 20 minutes; turn. Cook for 45 minutes. Baste with sauce, close grill and cook 10 minutes. Turn ribs, baste and cook 10 minutes more. Serves 3. |