Preparation

1. Combine marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
2. Pat ribs dry with a clean paper towel. Place ribs, meat side down, on a baking sheet. Using a small knife, gently lift off the corner of the membrane (the layer of thin connective tissue) and gently pull to remove.
3. Place ribs in a 9×13 pan and pour marinade over top – rub marinade all over ensuring it covers every nook and cranny. Cover and let marinate for 30-60 minutes.

Grilling

1. Ensure grill grates are clean and well-greased. Preheat grill to 500 degrees F.
2. In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, smoked paprika, lemon pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), smoked garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper to make the dry rub.
3. Remove ribs from the marinade and let the excess marinade drip off. Place on a baking sheet and cover ribs in the dry rub.
4. Place both ribs meat-side down over the middle burner, drop heat down to 300 degrees F. Let ribs cook for 30 minutes then flip.
5. Continue cooking until internal temp reaches between 190-203 degrees F.
6. When ribs are approx. 5 degrees away from being done, brush the tops with a generous amount of your favorite BBQ sauce and close the lid until done.

Resting and Serving

1. Remove from grill and place on a baking sheet. Cover with foil and let sit for 30-60 minutes.
2. Uncover the foil and serve on a large platter.