BBQ Ribs Recipe

BBQ Ribs Recipe

Ingredients

– **For the Ribs:**
– 2 racks of pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

– **For the Dry Rub:**
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon paprika
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

– **For the BBQ Sauce:**
– 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Ribs:**
– Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
– Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for more tender results. Use a knife to loosen it at one end, then grip with a paper towel and pull it off.

2. **Apply the Dry Rub:**
– In a small bowl, mix together the dry rub ingredients.
– Rub the olive oil over both sides of the ribs.
– Generously apply the dry rub all over the ribs, pressing it into the meat.

3. **Bake the Ribs:**
– Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, meat side up.
– Cover the ribs tightly with foil to create a sealed packet.
– Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are tender and pull apart easily.

4. **Prepare the BBQ Sauce:**
– While the ribs are baking, mix the barbecue sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan.
– Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.

5. **Glaze and Finish the Ribs:**
– Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (or increase your oven to 450°F/232°C if you prefer to finish in the oven).
– Remove the ribs from the oven and discard the foil.
– Brush a generous amount of BBQ sauce over the ribs.
– Grill the ribs for 5-10 minutes, basting with additional sauce and turning once, until the sauce is caramelized.
– If using the oven, place ribs back on the baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes.

6. **Serve:**
– Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing.
– Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.

Enjoy these finger-licking good ribs at your next barbecue or family gathering!