Western Barbecued Ribs
Unleash the smoky, savory flavors of the Wild West with these irresistible Western Barbecued Ribs! Tender pork baby back ribs are coated in a rich dry rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of sweet and spice. Slowly baked to perfection and finished on the grill with a tangy, caramelized barbecue glaze made with apple cider vinegar, these ribs practically melt in your mouth. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a hearty family dinner, these juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs are guaranteed to impress. Serve them hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side and watch them disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Pork baby back ribs
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 3 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups Barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for a more tender result. This can be done by sliding a knife under the membrane and pulling it away using a kitchen towel for grip.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar to create the dry rub.
Rub the seasonings generously onto both sides of the ribs, pressing it in to ensure the flavor adheres well.
Place the ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle the olive oil over the ribs, then fold the foil tightly to seal them in a packet.
Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and a knife slides in easily.
While the ribs bake, prepare the basting mixture by combining the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
Once the ribs are done baking, preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat (or heat a stovetop grill pan).
Remove the ribs from the foil packet and place them on the grill. Brush the ribs with the basting mixture, turning and basting frequently, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes and develops a slight char.
Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve the ribs warm with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 341.0 g | 437% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.1 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1279 mg | 426% | |
| Sodium | 5863 mg | 255% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 286.7 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 4065 mg | 86% | |
*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.
