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Ultimate Memorial Day BBQ Platter: Ribs, Chicken, Slaw, and Beans

A plate featuring saucy BBQ ribs, baked beans, and creamy coleslaw, part of the Ultimate Memorial Day BBQ platter.
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Plan your perfect Memorial Day BBQ with this guide for a full spread featuring ribs, chicken, classic sides, and simple timing instructions for a stress-free cookout.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork spare ribs
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans baked beans
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 head green cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrots, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ribs: Rub the ribs evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Start the chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-low heat (about 300°F). Place chicken thighs on the cooler side of the grill, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, turning once.
  3. Cook the ribs: Place ribs on the grill away from direct heat. Cook for 1.5 hours, turning every 30 minutes.
  4. Prepare the beans: In a small saucepan, combine baked beans, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Heat over low heat until warm, about 15 minutes. Keep warm.
  5. Glaze the chicken: Brush the chicken thighs liberally with BBQ sauce. Increase grill heat to medium and cook for another 10-15 minutes, turning and basting until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the sauce is caramelized. Remove from heat.
  6. Make the slaw: In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and celery salt. Pour dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least 20 minutes.
  7. Finish the ribs: Brush ribs with remaining BBQ sauce. Wrap tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil and return to the grill (medium heat) for 30 more minutes to steam and tenderize.
  8. Rest and serve: Remove ribs from foil and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Arrange ribs, chicken, coleslaw, and warm beans on a large platter for your summer cookout ideas.

Notes

  • To manage your time, start the ribs first, as they require the longest cooking time on the grill.
  • You can prepare the coleslaw dressing up to a day ahead to save time on the day of your BBQ platter assembly.
  • If you prefer a saucier rib, brush on the final layer of BBQ sauce during the last 10 minutes of the foil-wrapping step.

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Find it online: https://purecookingjoy.com/ultimate-memorial-day-bbq-platter/

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