Asian Barbecue Ribs

Ingredients

• 2 slabs st. louis style/cut pork spareribs
• 6 tbsp barbecue rub
• to taste hickory chunks
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup hoisin sauce
• ½ cup sake
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp mirin

Steps

1. Peel off the thin membrane on each rib.
2. Season ribs with the barbecue rub and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Place hickory chunks in the firebox of a 250°F (120°C) smoker.
4. Combine remaining ingredients in a large sauce pan over high heat and bring to a boil.
5. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6. Set aside.
7. Place ribs in smoker and cook for 5–6 hours, brushing with soy mixture often.
8. Brush meat sides generously with soy mixture and place under a preheated broiler until deeply browned.
9. Watch carefully or it will burn!
10. Slice into 1-rib portions and serve.