Description
Tender oven-baked baby back ribs coated in a smoky brown sugar spice rub and finished with a glossy layer of barbecue sauce. These ribs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting family dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 racks baby back ribs, about 4 pounds total
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275°F and line a baking sheet or roasting pan with foil.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard.
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if needed. Rub the ribs with olive oil, then coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
- Wrap each rack tightly in foil and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 3 hours, or until the ribs are very tender.
- Carefully unwrap the ribs, brush them with barbecue sauce, and return them to the oven uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, watching closely, until the sauce is bubbling and glossy.
- Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes, then slice between the bones and serve.
Notes
- Remove the membrane for the most tender texture.
- Wrap the ribs tightly in foil so they stay moist while baking.
- Wait until the end to add the barbecue sauce so it does not burn.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 rack
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: baby back ribs, oven baked ribs, barbecue ribs, pork ribs, easy rib recipe, smoky ribs