Cantonese Pork Spareribs (Bbq)

Pokey in San Antonio, TX's Note:

Tired of the same old rib recipes--try these. The ingredients are, as the name implies Asian, but can be found in most large stores or at any Asian grocery store.

• Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 4 lbs pork ribs

Marinade

• 4 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 5 tablespoons soy sauce (thick)
• 1⁄3; cup hoisin sauce
• ½ cup Chinese wine
• 2 tablespoons bean sauce
• 1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch

Glaze

• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons sesame seed oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (regular)

Directions:

1. Prepare ribs by removing the membrane.
2. Combine all the marinade ingredients in a sauce pan and warm slightly so sugar dissolves and corn starch incorporates.
3. Pour over ribs and marinade in refrigerator for 3-4 days. Turn ribs occasionally to ensure even marinating.
4. Remove ribs and bring to room temperature. Reserve the marinade.
5. Heat grill/smoker to 200-225 degrees F.
6. Cook ribs on grill using indirect heat method. Use apple, cherry, pecan, or mesquite wood for smoke. Cooking time should be around 1.5 - 2 hours. Turn and brush with marinade occasionally. Ribs are done when bones pull free from meat when twisted.
7. Combine ingredients for glaze.
8. Remove ribs and brush with glaze. Let stand for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds just before serving.