6 lb pork spareribs
1 chinese dry marinade
Directions
Rub ribs thoroughly with the Chinese Dry Marinade. Let stand at room
temperature for 1 to 2 hours. Arrange ribs ends down on cooking grill
or place bones upright in rib rack. Smoke-cook until done. Brush ribs
with Chinese Barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of cooking,
then serve with remaining sauce.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Asian; Chinese; Meat
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