Cookbook:Asian Barbecue Ribs

Ingredients

 * 2 slabs St. Louis style/cut pork spareribs
 * 6 tbsp Barbecue Rub
 * Dry hickory chunks
 * ¼ cup soy sauce
 * ¼ cup hoisin sauce
 * ½ cup sake
 * 3 tbsp honey
 * 1 tbsp mirin

Procedure

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