Tender Easy Ribs
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of "Tender Easy Ribs," a foolproof recipe that's perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy dinners. Featuring succulent pork baby back ribs, this dish is all about achieving fall-off-the-bone tenderness with minimal effort. A homemade dry rub of smoky paprika, brown sugar, garlic, and cayenne creates the ultimate blend of sweet and spicy, while a tangy barbecue sauce infused with apple cider vinegar adds a mouthwatering glaze. Slow-baked to perfection and optional caramelized on the grill or under the broiler, these ribs are guaranteed to impress. Prep in just 15 minutes, let the oven do the work, and serve up a soul-satisfying meal packed with flavor and flair. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight indulgence, "Tender Easy Ribs" are the definition of savory simplicity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the ribs. This can be done by slipping a knife under it and peeling it off with a paper towel for grip.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create the dry rub.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.
Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil, creating a sealed packet. Place the packet on a baking sheet with the seam side up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender when pierced with a fork.
Carefully open the foil packets (be cautious of hot steam) and remove the ribs. Discard any excess liquid inside the foil.
In a small bowl, mix the barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar together.
Brush the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce mixture.
Optional: For a caramelized finish, place the ribs on a grill over medium-high heat or under the oven broiler for 5-7 minutes, brushing on more sauce as they cook, until slightly charred and sticky.
Serve hot with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.0 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 1468 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 81.5 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1157 mg | 25% | |
*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.
