Description
This recipe features tender, juicy oven-baked pork ribs coated in a flavorful dry rub and finished with a rich barbecue sauce glaze. Slow-baked at a low temperature to lock in moisture, these ribs are perfectly tender and packed with smoky, sweet, and savory flavors, making them ideal for a comforting family meal or weekend cookout.
Ingredients
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Ribs and Dry Rub
- 2 lbs pork ribs (baby back or spare)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) to prepare for slow roasting the ribs.
- Prepare Ribs: Pat the pork ribs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup.
- Make Dry Rub: In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful dry rub.
- Apply Dry Rub: Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the prepared dry rub, ensuring an even layer to enhance flavor throughout the meat.
- Wrap and Bake: Tightly wrap the ribs in foil to lock in moisture and bake them in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender and pulls easily away from the bone.
- Glaze and Finish Baking: Carefully remove the ribs from the foil, brush the barbecue sauce evenly over both sides, and return them to the oven uncovered for an additional 30 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize and thicken.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, you can use smoked paprika and consider adding a few drops of liquid smoke to the barbecue sauce.
- Using foil while baking helps keep ribs moist and tender by trapping steam during cooking.
- If you prefer a crispier finish, you can broil the ribs for 2-3 minutes after glazing but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Leftover ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize the dry rub spices according to your taste preferences.
