Shannon's Sooo Good Barbecued Spareribs

Prepare to wow your taste buds with "Shannon's Sooo Good Barbecued Spareribs," a finger-licking masterpiece perfect for backyard barbecues or weekend feasts. These tender pork spareribs are seasoned with a bold dry rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, then slow-cooked for maximum flavor and fall-off-the-bone perfection. A rich homemade barbecue sauce made with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and a hint of honey delivers the perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and smokiness. Finished on the grill for a caramelized, slightly charred glaze, these ribs are a showstopper that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether you're a grilling pro or a beginner, this recipe promises a mouthwatering barbecue experience you won't forget!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork spareribs
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 cups Ketchup
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Rinse the pork spareribs and pat them dry with paper towels. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better texture (use a paper towel for grip if needed).

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika to create a dry rub.

Step 4

Generously season both sides of the spareribs with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat to ensure it adheres.

Step 5

Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil, creating a sealed packet, and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 2.5 hours or until the meat is tender and starts to pull back from the bone.

Step 6

While the ribs are cooking, prepare the barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, honey, and liquid smoke (if using).

Step 7

Simmer the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes until it thickens slightly. Adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done cooking, carefully remove them from the oven and unwrap them from the foil. Transfer the ribs to a grill heated to medium-high heat.

Step 9

Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce over the ribs and grill each side for 5–7 minutes, basting frequently with more sauce, to caramelize the glaze and add a slight char.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting them into individual portions.

Step 11

Serve the ribs hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2718.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8386.6

Total Fat 641.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 234.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1905.1mg	0%
Sodium 7545.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 245.8g
Protein 275.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 686.8mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 5223.5mg	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: 71.7%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 14.6%