A Visit to Dr. Dave’s BBq Island
Blah, blah, blah, Alberto Contador yes YOU are the Man! THG has to admit 2010 has been the “summer of Spain” in the sports world. It is only the beginning of August and there are still more titles that Spanish athletes could earn. Could it be that Rafa wins the U.S. Open? And will the Spanish National Basketball team take out the Lean Team in the World Championships? All these questions and more will be answered in the coming weeks…..
But to the real story:
While on the hunt for the Bare-foot Bandit, aka Colton Harris-Moore, on Camano Island, WA I was enticed by the smell of savory sauce and pork ribs. The aroma of succulent rib sweetness wafted through the air like a sparrow following a mid-summer breeze. Ah yes the smell from the BBq or more accurately the asado was unmistakable for summer fun. When your schnoz leads you to a party you are rarely dissapointed and THG was not disappointed. Waterfront views, local wine, local beer and summer nights was the theme of the evening. And I’ll say even though it was not oceanfront, but waterfront or “sound-front” ain’t bad.
The Asado Grille
While talking with Dr. Dave, THG tried to ascertain the recipe for the Dr. Dave’s BBq Island Sauce but Dave would not budge on his secrets. Even after multiple beers and talk of turkeys he would not reveal his marinade. But even without a strong sense of smell, THG could make out the heart of the recipe……
Dr. Dave’s BBq Island Sauce:
1. 1 bottle of your favorite or standard BBq sauce (approx 12-16oz)
2. 1 tbls ground black pepper
3. 1 tbls hot sauce (Louisiana Hot Sauce is the best basic one)
4. 1 tbls bourbon (Wild Turkey works)
* THG recommends 1 tbls bourbon for every 8oz of bbq sauce depending on how spicy you prefer your BBq sauce; more bourbon the spicier.
5. 1 large slice of lime, squized
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and blend well. Baste liberally.
Dr. Dave’s BBq Ribs:
*The cooking time is only dependant on grill space and if you are willing to stack your ribs.
First off wash and then dry your ribs. Place dried ribs in the oven and bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 min depending on the thickness of your ribs. Place your dry ribs (no sauce, yet) on the grill over medium heat for 20 minutes. Turn the ribs and liberally apply the DDBIS (Dr. Dave’s BBq Island Sauce) to both sides of the ribs. Let the ribs cook for 15 minutes and then flip and reapply more sauce. After your second sauce application let the ribs cook until the DDBIS starts to caramelize.
You done, Eat!
-THG
