Pork Spare Ribs
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Not eligible for shipping to CanadaVoted Best Ribs in Charleston 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022 by the Charleston City Paper, the greatness of these pork spare ribs is documented in history. They’re succulent, big, meaty, and fall right off the bone!
John Lewis is one of America’s most legendary pitmasters, and he’s earned a cult-like following for his unerring dedication to barbecue. After time in the competitive BBQ circuit, he helped Aaron Franklin open the legendary Franklin Barbecue and partnered with LeAnn Mueller to open the much-loved La Barbecue before moving to Charleston to introduce the Lowcountry to the world of Texas-style barbecue. Lewis Barbecue opened in June 2016 and since then it’s become renowned as one of America’s best BBQ joints for its expertly-smoked spare ribs, beef ribs, Texas “hot guts” sausage, turkey, and – most famously – legendary Prime beef brisket.
This package serves includes your choice of 2 or 4 Pork Spare Rib Racks
- Each Rib Rack serves 4-5 people and includes 10-12 bones
- Each Rib Rack weighs approx. 3.5-5 lbs. and measures approx. 12"
- Meats ship frozen with dry ice.
- Dry ice may dissipate in transit.
- Do not remove dry ice with bare hands.
- Meats should be stored in the freezer until ready to cook or for up to 90 days.
- Once ready to cook, thaw meat in the refrigerator overnight or for up to 24 hours. Must be reheated from 41° F to 165° F within 2 hours.
To Serve
Sous Vide Method
- Do not break vacuum seal. If frozen, defrost overnight in the sealed package.
- Bring water to a simmer in a large pot.
- Submerse the sealed package into the pot of simmering (not boiling) water. If the seal is broken follow the oven method.
- Heat for approx.120 minutes for meats over 4 lbs. or 30-60 minutes for meats less than 4 lbs.
- Remove from water and test for preferred internal temperature. We recommend 165° F.
- Enjoy!
Oven Method
- If frozen, defrost overnight in the sealed package.
- Preheat the oven to 250° F.
- Remove meat & juices from the sealed package over lots of foil.
- Slice 8-10 pats of butter, and place on top of the meat.
- Wrap tightly, completely covering the meat with foil.
- Heat for approx. 1.5 – 2 hours for meats over 4 lbs. or 30 – 60 minutes for meats less than 4 lbs.
- Test for preferred internal temperature. We recommend 165° F.
- Enjoy!
- Pork Spare Rib – All Purpose Rub, Prepared Mustard Bulk, Worcestershire, Txpete Hot Sauce Gallon, Ketchup Bulk, Prepared Mustard, Apple Cider Vinegar, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, Dark Corn Syrup, Chili Powder, Molasses
Texas BBQ From One of America’s Most Legendary Pitmasters
Texas BBQ From One of America’s Most Legendary Pitmasters
John Lewis is one of America’s most legendary pitmasters, and he’s earned a cult-like following for his unerring dedication to barbecue, from welding his own custom-designed smokers to waking up at 4 AM to tend to the fire. John was gifted his own smoker for his 18th birthday, and moved to Austin shortly thereafter to start his culinary career. After time in the competitive BBQ circuit, he helped his friend Aaron Franklin open the legendary Franklin Barbecue and partnered with LeAnn Mueller to open the much-loved La Barbecue before moving to Charleston to introduce the Lowcountry to the world of Texas-style barbecue.
Lewis Barbecue opened in June 2016 and since then it’s become renowned as one of America’s best BBQ joints for its honky tonk, laid-back Texas vibe, and expertly-smoked spare ribs, beef ribs, Texas “hot guts” sausage, turkey, and – most famously – legendary Prime beef brisket. This is real-deal Texas ‘cue from one of its most celebrated pitmasters, and now it’s shipping nationwide!
