Classic BBQ Pork Ribs

Get ready to sink your teeth into these irresistibly tender and flavorful Classic BBQ Pork Ribs, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any backyard barbecue or family dinner. This recipe combines fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs with a bold, smoky dry rub featuring smoked paprika, brown sugar, and a touch of cayenne for subtle heat. The homemade barbecue sauce, a tangy and sweet blend of apple cider vinegar, honey, ketchup, and a hint of liquid smoke, takes these ribs to the next level—perfectly caramelized and slightly charred on the grill or under the broiler. With just 30 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection in the oven before finishing with a saucy, smoky glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Serve these juicy ribs with extra sauce on the side and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup honey
• 1 cup tomato ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for tender results.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.

Step 4

Rub both sides of the ribs generously with the prepared dry rub.

Step 5

Place the seasoned ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil.

Step 6

Cover the ribs tightly with another piece of foil.

Step 7

Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours until they are tender.

Step 8

While the ribs are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce: In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, and liquid smoke.

Step 9

Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly.

Step 10

Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the oven and carefully take off the top foil.

Step 11

Brush a generous amount of BBQ sauce over both sides of the ribs.

Step 12

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set the oven broiler to high.

Step 13

Grill or broil the ribs for about 10 minutes, turning once, until the sauce is caramelized and slightly charred.

Step 14

Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 15

Serve the ribs hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1903.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4677.1

Total Fat 329.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1279.1mg	0%
Sodium 6527.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 128.8g
Protein 291.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 462.7mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 4644.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.7%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 14.1%