My Dad's Spareribs
"My Dad's Spareribs" is the ultimate recipe for tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs with a smoky-sweet flavor that rivals your favorite barbecue joint. Featuring a simple yet flavorful dry rub made with pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar, these ribs are oven-baked to perfection before being basted with a tangy barbecue glaze enhanced with apple cider vinegar. The foil method locks in moisture during the slow cooking process, while a final sear on the grill or under the broiler caramelizes the sauce for a sticky, finger-licking finish. Ready in just a few steps, this recipe is perfect for weekend dinners or family gatherings. Serve them hot with your favorite sides and watch everyone reach for seconds! Keywords: tender spareribs recipe, homemade barbecue ribs, oven-baked pork ribs, easy rib recipe, fall-off-the-bone ribs.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork spareribs
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Step 2
Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the spareribs using a knife and a paper towel for grip.
Step 3
Rub the spareribs with olive oil to help the seasoning stick.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Generously coat both sides of the ribs with this spice rub.
Step 5
Place the seasoned spareribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover the ribs tightly with another sheet of aluminum foil to seal in the moisture during cooking.
Step 6
Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until they are tender and the meat starts pulling away from the bones.
Step 7
While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing barbecue sauce with apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
Step 8
Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and carefully remove the foil (watch out for steam).
Step 9
Preheat your grill to medium heat, or set your oven to broil.
Step 10
Brush the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce glaze on both sides.
Step 11
If using a grill, place the ribs on the grates and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, basting with remaining glaze and allowing the sauce to caramelize. If using the oven, place the ribs under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Step 12
Remove the ribs, let them rest for 5 minutes, and then slice them into individual portions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (348.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 699.2 |
| Total Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4584.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 135.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 108.2g | |
| Protein 3.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 136.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 806.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories