Takeout-Style Chinese Spare Ribs

                                                                              

Ingredients

1/2cup hoisin sauce

1/4cup soy sauc

3tablespoons dark brown sugar

 2tablespoons honey, plus a bit extra to finish

 1tablespoon five-spice powder 

 1teaspoon granulated garlic

 1teaspoon grated fresh ginger

 1teaspoon red food coloring

 2racks spare ribs (8 to 10 pounds), individually sliced into single ribs

Method

Mix together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, five-spice powder, garlic, ginger and food coloring in a metal, non-reactive bowl.

Pour the marinade into a large zip-top bag, reserving 1/2 cup on the side for basting later. 

 Add the ribs to the bag and marinate, refrigerated, for at least 3 hours, though longer is better and overnight is ideal.

 Heat a charcoal or gas grill to 275 degrees F for direct and indirect grilling.

. Remove the ribs from the marinade (discard the marinade) and place onto a wire rack. 

Place the rack directly on the cooler side of the grill

Cook until the meat is very tender, basting with the reserved marinade 3 times during the cooking process, 2 to 3 hours.

 Drizzle the ribs with honey, move them to the direct heat side and quickly char each rib to caramelize.