Grilled Pork Ribs
Fire up the grill for these irresistible Grilled Pork Ribs, the ultimate summer barbecue centerpiece. Featuring tender racks of pork ribs seasoned with a bold and smoky dry rub of paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. Slowly grilled over indirect heat, the ribs achieve unparalleled tenderness while their final slathering of barbecue sauce creates a caramelized, finger-licking glaze. Ideal for backyard gatherings, these ribs are simple to prepare yet packed with flavor, making them a crowd-pleaser for BBQ lovers everywhere. Ready in just two hours, these juicy, smoky ribs pair beautifully with all your summer cookout sides.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork ribs
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 350°F (175°C). Ensure you have an area for indirect grilling.
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create the dry rub.
Pat the pork ribs dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil over each rack to help the spices stick.
Generously massage the dry rub mixture onto both sides of the pork ribs. Make sure every part of the ribs is coated for maximum flavor.
Let the ribs rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow the seasonings to adhere.
Place the ribs on the grill over indirect heat. Close the grill lid and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours. Maintain a steady temperature, using a grill thermometer if necessary.
Every 30 minutes, check the ribs and rearrange them if needed for even cooking.
For the last 15 minutes, brush a thick layer of barbecue sauce on the ribs, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the ribs reaches at least 190°F (88°C) for tenderness.
Once cooked, remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes before cutting. This helps keep them juicy.
Slice the ribs between the bones, serve with additional barbecue sauce if desired, and enjoy your perfectly grilled pork ribs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 6582 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1312 mg | 28% | |
*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.
