Scott Hibb's Amazing Whiskey Grilled Baby Back Ribs

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Cut each full rack of ribs in half, so that you have 4 half racks.

Step 3

Sprinkle salt and pepper (more pepper than salt), and 1 tablespoon chili pepper over meat.

Step 4

Wrap each half rack in aluminum foil.

Step 5

Bake for 2 1/2 hours.

Step 6

Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 7

Cook and stir the onions in oil for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in water, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 9

Season with 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, liquid smoke, whiskey, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dark molasses, and 1/2 tablespoon ground chili pepper.

Step 10

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat.

Step 11

Simmer for 1 1/4 hours, uncovered, or until sauce thickens.

Step 12

Remove from heat, and set sauce aside.

Step 13

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.

Step 14

Remove the ribs from the oven, and let stand 10 minutes.

Step 15

Remove the racks from the foil, and place on the grill.

Step 16

Grill the ribs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

Step 17

Brush sauce on the ribs while they're grilling, just before you serve them (adding it too early will burn it).