Description

These tender, juicy BBQ ribs are packed with smoky flavor and fall-off-the-bone deliciousness. Cooked low and slow, then slathered in your favorite barbecue sauce, they’re perfect for backyard cookouts, family dinners, or game day. This foolproof recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4-5 lbs total)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
1/2 tsp cumin
1 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
Aluminum foil

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
Prep the ribs: Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs (if not already removed).
Mix the rub: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and cumin.
Season: Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, front and back.
Wrap in foil: Place each rack on a large piece of foil and wrap tightly. Place on a baking sheet.
Bake: Cook in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are very tender.
Add sauce and broil: Carefully remove ribs from foil. Brush generously with barbecue sauce and broil for 5–7 minutes, or until caramelized and slightly charred.
Serve: Slice between the bones and serve with extra sauce on the side.

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, finish the ribs on a grill for 5–10 minutes instead of broiling.
You can make the ribs ahead of time and reheat them on the grill or in the oven with sauce.
Works great with homemade or store-bought BBQ sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 rack (about 10 oz)
Calories: 630
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 22g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 135mg