Maple Barbecued Ribs
Sink your teeth into these irresistibly tender Maple Barbecued Ribs, a smoky-sweet creation that’s sure to be the star of your next cookout. Featuring perfectly seasoned pork baby back ribs, slow-roasted to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, this recipe is elevated by a luscious homemade maple barbecue sauce. Infused with the rich flavors of real maple syrup, tangy ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of smoky paprika, the sauce caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating a sticky, finger-licking finish. With minimal prep time and a simple combination of pantry spices, these ribs are an easy yet impressive choice for summer barbecues, game-day gatherings, or weekend feasts. Serve them with extra sauce and your favorite sides for a crowd-pleasing meal no one will forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (for sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the silver skin from the back of the rib racks. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground mustard.
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, meat side up. Cover tightly with more aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender but not falling apart.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the maple barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the maple syrup, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the sauce for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F/175°C).
Once the ribs come out of the oven, brush them generously with the maple barbecue sauce. Reserve a small portion of sauce for serving.
Grill the ribs for 5–7 minutes on each side, until slightly charred and caramelized. Brush with additional sauce while grilling for extra flavor.
Remove the ribs from the grill, let them rest for 5 minutes, then cut them into individual portions.
Serve the ribs with the reserved sauce on the side and your favorite accompaniments.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 351.3 g | 450% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.7 g | 628% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1316 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 5899 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 296.4 g | 593% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 4290 mg | 91% | |
*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.
