Succulent, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for barbecue lovers and backyard gatherings. This recipe combines a smoky, sweet, and slightly spicy dry rub made with ingredients like brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. Slow-cooked in the oven for tender perfection and finished on the grill or under the broiler for a sticky, caramelized barbecue sauce glaze, these ribs are irresistibly juicy and full of charred goodness. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or craving hearty, flavorful ribs any time of year, this foolproof recipe will quickly become a favorite. Serve with your favorite sides and extra barbecue sauce for dipping!
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Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Prepare the dry rub by mixing together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
Remove the membrane from the back of the pork ribs for better seasoning and tenderness. Use a knife to loosen one corner of the membrane, then grab it with a paper towel and pull it off completely.
Brush both sides of the ribs with olive oil to help the dry rub adhere.
Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the prepared dry rub, pressing it into the meat to ensure it sticks.
Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil, sealing the edges to create a packet. Place the wrapped ribs on a large baking sheet.
Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone easily.
Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully open the foil packets. Brush both sides of the ribs with barbecue sauce.
For a finishing touch, place the ribs on a grill preheated to medium-high heat or under your oven's broiler. Cook for about 5-10 minutes, flipping once and brushing with more barbecue sauce, until the sauce is caramelized and slightly charred.
Transfer the finished ribs to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into individual portions.
Serve warm with extra barbecue sauce on the side, and enjoy!
Serving size | (2345.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 6736.1 |
Total Fat 499.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 178.7g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
Cholesterol 1880mg | 0% |
Sodium 6823.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 142.2g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
Total Sugars 108.8g | |
Protein 413.2g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 611.9mg | 0% |
Iron 27.4mg | 0% |
Potassium 5372.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories