“Cactus Jack” Texas Spareribs

Directions

1For "Cactus Jack" Rub, combine salt, pepper, garlic, onion, chili powder and seasoned salt in small bowl; mix well.

2Season ribs on all sides; cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least two hours.

3Heat smoker or grill for indirect cooking at 250°F.; add wood for smoking.

4Place ribs, meaty side up, and smoke for 2 1/2 hours, spraying with apple juice every 30 minutes.

5Meanwhile, for Rattle Snake BBQ Sauce, heat oil in heavy saucepan over high. Sauté onion, jalapeño and garlic until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients except salt and pepper, bring to a boil.

6Reduce heat and simmer until reduced in volume by 1/3.

7Remove from heat, season to taste with salt and pepper.

8Remove ribs from smoker; wrap each rack in heavy-duty aluminum foil.

9Return to smoker, meaty side down, for an additional two hours until internal temperature reaches 190°F to 200°F.

10Remove ribs from foil, place back on smoker and brush with Rattle Snake BBQ Sauce; cook for about 20 minutes.

11Serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.