Plain Baby Back Ribs from the Oven
Transform your next dinner into a hearty delight with these tender and flavorful Plain Baby Back Ribs from the Oven. Perfectly seasoned with a simple yet irresistible dry rub of kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection for fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Wrapped in aluminum foil, the ribs steam gently in their own juices for maximum moisture, with a final broil to create a caramelized, slightly crispy finish. With just 20 minutes of prep and the rest handled by the oven, this easy, fuss-free recipe is your go-to for classic, mouthwatering barbecue-style ribs—no grill required. Serve them fresh out of the oven and let the rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavors take center stage at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 large sheets Aluminum foil sheets
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and position the oven rack in the middle of the oven.
Prepare your ribs by removing the membrane on the underside of each rack. Use a butter knife to slide under the membrane, grip it with a paper towel, and pull it off.
In a small bowl, mix the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to create a simple dry rub.
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and evenly sprinkle the dry rub over both sides of each rack, pressing lightly to adhere.
Place each rack of ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil, meat side up. Wrap the ribs completely in the foil, sealing the edges tightly to trap steam during cooking.
Transfer the foil-wrapped ribs to a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and a knife inserts easily between the bones.
Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil. Turn the oven to broil (around 500°F/260°C).
Return the ribs to the baking sheet, meat side up, and broil for 2-4 minutes to slightly crisp the surface. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing between the bones. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 337.2 g | 432% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.7 g | 608% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1309 mg | 436% | |
| Sodium | 7498 mg | 326% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.9 g | ||
| Protein | 362.2 g | 724% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 850 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 4484 mg | 95% | |
*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.
