Presto Spareribs
These barbecued spareribs will taste like they've been cooked for hours, but you'll know that the whole process took only about 30 minutes.
3 |
pounds spareribs, cut into serving pieces | |
1 |
tablespoon dry mustard | |
1 |
tablespoon chili powder | |
1/2 |
teaspoon cayenne pepper | |
1 |
clove garlic | |
2 |
tablespoons vegetable oil | |
1 |
cup water | |
2/3 |
cup catsup | |
1/2 |
cup chopped onion | |
1/4 |
cup light molasses | |
1/4 |
cup lemon juice | |
1 |
teaspoon oregano | |
1/2 |
teaspoon salt | |
1/4 |
teaspoon freshly ground pepper | |
2 |
drops liquid smoke |
Trim excess fat from ribs. Combine dry mustard, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle over ribs. Rub seasoning into ribs using cut surface of garlic clove. Heat oil in 4- or 6-quart pressure cooker over medium heat. Brown ribs and remove. Pour off excess fat. Place water and cooking rack or steamer basket in pressure cooker. Combine remaining ingredients. Spread mixture on meaty side of ribs. Place ribs on rack. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe. COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure with pressure regulator rocking slowly. Let pressure drop of its own accord. If crisping is desired, place ribs under broiler 1 to 3 minutes.
Makes 6 servings
