Description
Tender, fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs baked in the oven with a flavorful dry rub and glazed with BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 racks pork ribs (about 4–5 lb total)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Prep the ribs: slide a blunt knife under the membrane on the bone side and peel it off. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
- Make the rub: combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl.
- Rub the ribs: sprinkle and press the spice mix evenly over both sides of each rack.
- Wrap for baking: place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, meat side up. Wrap each rack tightly with foil.
- Slow-bake: bake at 300°F for 2½ to 3 hours until tender.
- Glaze and caramelize: remove ribs from oven, brush with BBQ sauce, and return to the oven uncovered for 20–30 minutes.
- Rest and slice: let the ribs rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a probe thermometer for consistent results and wrap tightly in foil for juicier ribs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American