Quincy Jones Thriller Ribs
Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with Quincy Jones Thriller Ribs, a show-stopping recipe that guarantees tender, flavorful perfection every time. These fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are seasoned with a bold dry rub featuring brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a smoky-sweet kick. Slow-baked to tenderize the meat and finished with a tangy homemade BBQ sauce made with honey, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, these ribs deliver a mouthwatering combination of caramelized char and sticky glaze. Perfect for backyard cookouts, game day feasts, or family dinners, these ribs will easily become your go-to for impressing guests. Serve them warm with extra sauce for dipping and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork ribs (baby back or St. Louis style)
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and peeling it away. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the dry rub.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat.
Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bone.
While the ribs bake, make the BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan, whisk together apple cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, and liquid smoke. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Set aside.
After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully open the foil (watch out for steam). Brush the ribs generously with the BBQ sauce.
For a caramelized finish, preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to broil. Place the ribs on the grill or a broiling pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, basting with more sauce and turning as necessary, until the sauce is sticky and slightly charred.
Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting into individual ribs.
Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 394.5 g | 506% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.5 g | 702% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1120 mg | 373% | |
| Sodium | 3013 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.7 g | ||
| Protein | 285.2 g | 570% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3797 mg | 81% | |
*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.
