Freak N Good Ribs
Get ready to indulge in tender, fall-off-the-bone *Freak N Good Ribs*, the ultimate barbecue delight! This recipe takes pork baby back ribs to the next level with a bold dry rub featuring brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic, and a touch of cayenne for a perfectly balanced kick. Slow-cooked in the oven to juicy perfection and finished with a sticky, caramelized glaze of honey-infused barbecue sauce, these ribs are guaranteed to impress. Whether grilled to smoky excellence or broiled for a quick char, they deliver layers of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer cookouts, cozy weekend dinners, or any occasion that calls for a show-stopper meal, these ribs are easy to prepare and impossible to forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoons Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce (your favorite)
- 0.25 cups Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to ensure maximum tenderness.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and ground black pepper to create a dry rub.
Rub the olive oil all over the ribs, then generously apply the dry rub on both sides, pressing it into the meat.
Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil to seal in the juices and flavors.
Place the foil-wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat pulls back from the bones and is incredibly tender.
While the ribs cook, combine the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir well and simmer for 5-10 minutes, then set aside.
Once the ribs are done baking, carefully unwrap them (watch out for steam!) and discard the foil.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, or turn your oven's broiler on high.
Brush a generous layer of the barbecue sauce mixture onto both sides of the ribs.
Grill or broil the ribs for 5-7 minutes per side, basting with more barbecue sauce as needed, until the sauce caramelizes and forms a sticky glaze.
Remove the ribs from the grill or broiler and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Slice the ribs between the bones, serve, and enjoy your Freak N Good Ribs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 365.0 g | 468% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.8 g | 639% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1316 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 11147 mg | 485% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 293.0 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.5 g | ||
| Protein | 296.3 g | 593% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 526 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 4823 mg | 103% | |
*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.
