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Easy BBQ Ribs Recipe Perfect for Tender Fall-Off-the-Bone Meat

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This easy BBQ ribs recipe delivers tender, juicy, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs with a smoky, sweet, and spicy dry rub, finished with a caramelized BBQ sauce glaze. Perfect for casual gatherings and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 3–4 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • Aluminum foil for wrapping ribs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off using a paper towel for grip.
  3. Mix the dry rub by combining brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  4. Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Rub the dry mix generously over both sides of the ribs, pressing lightly to adhere. Let rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Place each rack on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil and wrap tightly to trap steam during cooking.
  6. Place wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours. After about 90 minutes, spritz ribs with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar to keep them moist.
  7. Carefully remove ribs from foil and discard any liquid. Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce on both sides.
  8. Place ribs under a preheated broiler or over indirect heat on a hot grill for 5-7 minutes, watching closely to caramelize the sauce without burning.
  9. Let ribs rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing between bones. Serve with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tenderness. Use low and slow cooking at 275°F for best results. Spritz with apple cider vinegar to keep ribs moist. Apply BBQ sauce thinly before broiling to avoid burning. Ribs can be kept warm in a cooler wrapped in towels for up to 30 minutes without drying out.

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