Smoky BBQ Baby Back Ribs
Tender slow-cooked pork ribs coated in rich smoky homemade barbecue sauce.
Equipment
- aluminum foil
- Baking sheet
- Grill or oven
- Mixing bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the ribs
- 2 racks baby back ribs
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
For the sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F.
- Combine the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and oregano in a bowl.
- Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both racks of ribs.
- Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil.
- Place onto a baking sheet and bake for 3 hours until tender.
- Meanwhile combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir well and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap.
- Brush generously with the barbecue sauce.
- Grill over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes while flipping and basting with more sauce until caramelized.
- Rest the ribs for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
Wrapping the ribs tightly in foil helps create tender juicy texture during the long baking process.Serve Tip
Serve these ribs with coleslaw, baked beans, cornbread, fries, or roasted corn for a complete barbecue meal.Variations
Add honey, bourbon, chipotle powder, garlic butter, or extra cayenne for deeper smoky richness and spice.Wine Advice
A bold Zinfandel pairs beautifully with the smoky sauce and tender pork ribs.Nutrition values
Calories: 580 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 45 g | Fat: 35 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Sodium: 920 mg | Sugar: 20 g