Kansas City Style Pork Ribs on the Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Get ready to enjoy the juiciest, most flavorful Kansas City-style pork ribs cooked to perfection on the Arteflame grill. These ribs are coated in a delicious sweet and smoky dry rub, seared over 1,000°F on the center grill grate, then slow-cooked on the flat cooktop until they reach mouthwatering tenderness. Finished with a bold Kansas City barbecue sauce, these ribs will be the highlight of your next cookout!

Ingredients

• 1 rack of St. Louis-style pork ribs
• 2 tbsp butter (for grilling)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard
• 1 cup Kansas City-style barbecue sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame Grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the oil-soaked napkins inside the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and allow the fire to burn for about 20 minutes until the grill reaches the proper temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the Ribs

1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.
2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cayenne, and ground mustard.
3. Rub the seasoning mixture generously over the ribs, ensuring even coverage.

Step 3: Sear the Ribs

1. Place the ribs on the center grill grate over 1,000°F heat.
2. Sear the ribs for about 3-4 minutes per side to lock in juices.

Step 4: Slow-Cook on the Flat Cooktop

1. Move the ribs to the flat cooktop griddle.
2. Cook the ribs on the hot section of the griddle, flipping occasionally, for about 1.5 to 2 hours while occasionally basting with barbecue sauce.

Step 5: Rest and Serve

1. Remove the ribs from the grill when they are about 15°F below your target temperature (aim for an internal temperature of 195°F).
2. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
3. Serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side.

Tips

• For extra smoke flavor, add wood chunks to the fire.
• Cooking low and slow on the flat cooktop allows for tender, juicy ribs.
• Make sure to let the ribs rest before cutting to retain moisture.

Variations

1. Spicy Kansas Ribs: Add extra cayenne pepper and hot sauce to the barbecue sauce for a kick.
2. Honey Glazed Ribs: Replace brown sugar with honey for a sweeter glaze.
3. Garlic Butter Ribs: Use a garlic butter mixture instead of barbecue sauce.
4. Maple Bourbon Ribs: Mix maple syrup and bourbon into the barbecue sauce.
5. Herb-Crusted Ribs: Add rosemary and thyme to the dry rub for added flavor.

Conclusion

These Kansas City-style pork ribs cooked on the Arteflame grill deliver unbeatable flavor and tenderness. Try one of the variations to customize them to your taste and impress your guests at the next cookout!

Best Pairings

• Grilled corn on the cob
• Coleslaw
• Grilled sweet potatoes
• Mac and cheese
• Fresh lemonade or a smoky bourbon cocktail