Apple Bacon Barbecued Ribs
Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with these irresistibly tender Apple Bacon Barbecued Ribs! This recipe combines the smoky sweetness of apple juice and cider vinegar with the savory crunch of crispy bacon to create a deeply flavorful, finger-licking barbecue sauce that perfectly complements fall-off-the-bone pork ribs. Slow-cooked to perfection and finished with a sticky caramelized glaze, these ribs are a harmonious blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. Perfect for backyard cookouts or cozy family dinners, these ribs will have everyone coming back for seconds. Pro tip: Serve with extra sauce on the side for the ultimate barbecue experience! Keywords: apple bacon barbecued ribs, tender pork ribs, barbecue sauce, smoky ribs, sweet and tangy ribs recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork ribs
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Apple juice
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the dry rub by combining salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl.
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels, then generously coat both sides with the dry rub. Let the ribs sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). If you plan to grill, preheat to low heat (about the same temperature) and set up for indirect cooking.
Wrap the ribs in aluminum foil, creating a sealed packet. Before sealing completely, pour 1/4 cup of apple juice into each packet. Seal and place on a baking sheet or grill.
Bake or grill the ribs for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until tender and the meat starts to pull away from the bones.
While the ribs are cooking, prepare the apple bacon barbecue sauce. In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside.
In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook the garlic until fragrant. Stir in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, the remaining apple juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, and liquid smoke. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir the crumbled bacon into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
When the ribs are done cooking, remove them from the foil and baste them generously with the apple bacon barbecue sauce.
Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) or set grill to medium-high heat. Place the ribs back in the oven, or directly on the grill grates, and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, basting halfway through, until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
Remove the ribs from the heat and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve the ribs warm with any remaining barbecue sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.4 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 7086 mg | 308% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1049 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
