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According to one "Simpsons" episode, when served his spareribs, cranky Mr. Burns replies, "Spare ribs, eh? I've played around with ten pins a time or two in my life and, to me, the term 'spare' reeks of second best. Give me ten full frames of 'strike' ribs." But there is nothing second-rate about a good set of barbecued spareribs, and nor are they a lesser cut of meat. In fact they're thought to have taken their name from the flavorful German "rippespeer," which is a smoked pork loin.
We've rounded up some enticing barbecued spareribs recipes, supporting our theory that the best ribs attain that delectable smoky barbecue flavor with rubs and/or sauces that delicately balance the sweet and piquant. Fire up the grill and check out our richly seasoned recommendations...
- Hound's Texas-Style Barbecue Spareribs
- Spareribs with Cherry Cola Glaze
- Chinese Barbecue Spareribs
- Braised BBQ Spareribs
- Singapore BBQ Spareribs
- Ribs with Black Vinegar Sauce
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