This is for a really special barbecue ... ribs imaginable. For the dry cured ribs, stir together all of the dry ingredients and rub them all into the rib of beef. Place the beef into a large ...

You could finish the ribs off on a barbecue instead of the oven if you prefer. Place the ribs in a large, wide saucepan. Cover with water and add the onion, garlic, fennel seeds and star anise.