Pork ribs in sweet cola sauce

Ingredients:

Dry mix:

• 2 pieces of pork ribs (about 1.3 kg each)
• 2 tbsp. salt
• 2 tbsp. l. brown sugar
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Sweet Cola BBQ Sauce:

• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3 finely chopped cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 1 can of cola
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp. l. brown sugar
• 1/2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tbsp mustard powder
• 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Preparation:

1. For dry mix: In a small bowl, combine all dry ingredients. This mixture can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
2. For the sauce: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Add the remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.
3. For the ribs: Wash and dry the ribs. Place them on a clean cutting board, trim off any membranes and excess fat. Sprinkle both sides generously with the spice mixture. Wrap the ribs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4-12 hours to marinate.
   
   Preheat the grill to 350°F (180°C) using charcoal and hickory wood. Set the grill over indirect heat.
   
   Place the ribs on the grill over indirect heat, meaty side down. Close the lid. Bake the ribs for 1 hour 15 minutes, turning several times for even cooking. *Top the ribs with sweet cola barbecue sauce and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
   
   *Reserve some sauce to serve with the ribs.