Red Hot Ribs

Sink your teeth into these bold and fiery Red Hot Ribs, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for spice lovers and barbecue enthusiasts alike. This recipe features tender, fall-off-the-bone pork baby back ribs coated in a smoky, paprika-infused dry rub that’s balanced with just the right touch of sweetness from brown sugar. After a low-and-slow bake, these ribs are generously slathered in a sticky-sweet and spicy glaze made with hot barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey, then grilled or broiled to caramelized perfection. Perfect for summer cookouts, game day feasts, or a comforting weekend dinner, Red Hot Ribs pack smoky heat and savory flavors in every bite. Pair them with classic BBQ sides like coleslaw or cornbread for a meal that’s guaranteed to wow your guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Hot barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under the edge and pulling it away with a paper towel for grip.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the dry rub.

Step 4

Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel and generously rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring an even coating.

Step 5

Brush the ribs with olive oil to help the spices adhere and to keep the meat moist during cooking.

Step 6

Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a large baking sheet. Bake for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away from the bone with slight effort.

Step 7

While the ribs are cooking, prepare the spicy glaze by mixing the hot barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done baking, carefully remove them from the oven and discard the aluminum foil.

Step 9

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (or use your oven's broiler if a grill is unavailable).

Step 10

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared spicy glaze and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the glaze is caramelized and slightly charred. If broiling, place the ribs under the broiler for 5-10 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 11

Remove the ribs from the grill or oven, let them rest for 5 minutes, and then slice into individual ribs for serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1785.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5271.8

Total Fat 383.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1316mg	0%
Sodium 4718.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 155.5g
Protein 301.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 475.1mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 4692.7mg	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: 63.9%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 13.8%