Description
BBQ ribs in the oven deliver mouthwatering flavors and tender meat that practically falls off the bone. This easy recipe combines juicy pork ribs with a tangy-sweet BBQ sauce, creating an irresistible dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With minimal preparation and a low-and-slow cooking method, these ribs will become the highlight of your dinner table, leaving everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs pork ribs (baby back or spare)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the ribs bone-side down and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over the ribs.
- Brush BBQ sauce generously on the seasoned ribs, reserving some for later.
- Cover the baking sheet tightly with foil and bake for 2.5 hours.
- Remove the foil, baste with reserved sauce, increase temperature to 400°F (200°C), and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Allow resting for 10 minutes before slicing between bones and serving with extra BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg