Rub N Sauce Barbecued Ribs
Get ready to elevate your backyard barbecue game with these irresistible Rub N Sauce Barbecued Ribs! This recipe is the ultimate combination of rich, smoky flavors and tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs. The magic begins with a bold dry rub featuring paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a hint of heat. After hours of slow cooking to lock in juiciness, the ribs are slathered in a homemade barbecue sauce made with ketchup, molasses, apple cider vinegar, and honey for a tangy, sweet, and smoky kick. Whether baked or grilled, these ribs are a showstopping dish perfect for summer cookouts or game-day feasts. Serve them up with extra sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: barbecue ribs recipe, best dry rub ribs, homemade barbecue sauce, grilled pork ribs, slow-cooked ribs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Pork ribs (baby back or spare)
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) or prepare a grill for indirect cooking at a similar temperature.
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to create the dry rub.
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under the edge and pulling it off with a paper towel for grip.
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and rub them with olive oil to help the rub stick.
Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat.
Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil or on the cooler side of the grill. Cover with foil if baking in the oven.
Bake or grill the ribs for 2 ½ hours, checking occasionally to ensure they don't dry out. If grilling, maintain consistent heat.
While the ribs cook, prepare the barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, honey, and chili powder. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Set aside.
After 2 ½ hours, brush the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce and return them to the oven or grill for an additional 30 minutes, uncovered. Apply more sauce halfway through if desired.
Remove the ribs from the oven or grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve the ribs warm with additional barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.4 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 199% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2117 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 91.9 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
