Baby Back Ribs
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
160 min
Total Time
175 min
Servings
4
Tender and flavorful baby back ribs with a smoky spice rub and tangy barbecue glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 racks baby back ribs (about 4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Step 3: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Step 4: Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat.
- Step 5: Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Step 6: Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours until they are tender.
- Step 7: In a small saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce. Heat over medium heat until warm.
- Step 8: Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap them.
- Step 9: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Step 10: Brush the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce mixture and grill for 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are slightly charred.
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