Treat your taste buds to the comforting flavors of Simple Country Ribs, a no-fuss recipe that delivers mouthwatering, fork-tender pork every time. Perfectly seasoned with a smoky-sweet dry rub of brown sugar, paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these country-style pork ribs are slow-baked to lock in moisture and then glazed with a generous layer of caramelized barbecue sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the oven doing the hard work, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve these fall-apart ribs with classic sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread for a hearty, soul-satisfying meal that brings the flavor of a summer barbecue to your table year-round.
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Rinse the country-style pork ribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Rub the ribs with olive oil to help the seasoning stick.
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dry rub.
Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat for better flavor.
Place the seasoned ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, meat side up.
Cover the baking sheet tightly with another layer of aluminum foil to lock in moisture.
Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until they are fork-tender.
Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully discard the top layer of foil.
Brush a generous amount of barbecue sauce over the ribs, coating them evenly.
Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the ribs to the oven for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the barbecue sauce is caramelized and slightly sticky.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread.
Calories |
4765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 343.2 g | 440% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 6194 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.3 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.2 g | ||
| Protein | 275.7 g | 551% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 4199 mg | 89% | |
*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.