Lemon Pepper Oven-Braised Ribs

Ingredients:

For the Dry Brine:

• 2 racks of ribs
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon or lime zest
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt

For the Lemon Pepper Sauce:

• Pan drippings
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon shredded garlic
• 2 teaspoons lemon/lime zest
• Juice of 1-2 large lemons
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Additional Ingredients:

• 1 cup hot water
• 1 ½ tablespoons oil (plus oil for frying)

Directions:

Instructions for Oven Braising:

1. Wash and pat dry the ribs.
2. Combine all dry brine ingredients and evenly sprinkle over both sides of the ribs.
3. Place the ribs on a tray in the refrigerator, leaving them uncovered overnight.
4. Preheat the oven to broil at 550 degrees.
5. Slice the rack of ribs into individual pieces.
6. Lay the ribs on a sheet pan and lightly coat with 1 ½ tablespoons of oil.
7. Broil both large sides in the oven until slightly golden, approximately 8 minutes per side.

For the Lemon Pepper Sauce:

1. In a pan, use the pan drippings and sauté chopped and shredded garlic.
2. Add lemon/lime zest, juice of lemons, black pepper, and sugar.
3. Allow the mixture to simmer, creating a flavorful sauce.

Additional Step:

• Heat 1 cup of hot water and use it if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.

Serve and Enjoy!