Smokehouse Oven Baked Back Ribs

Get ready to elevate your next barbecue night with these irresistible Smokehouse Oven Baked Back Ribs, a tender and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the grill straight to your kitchen. Featuring fall-off-the-bone pork back ribs coated in a smoky dry rub made with smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic, and a touch of cayenne for subtle heat, this recipe locks in moisture with an apple cider vinegar infusion while slow-cooking to perfection in the oven. Finished with a caramelized glaze of your favorite BBQ sauce under the broiler, these ribs deliver a mouthwatering balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. Perfect for any occasion, this easy oven-baked method ensures you’ll enjoy juicy, smoky ribs year-round—no smoker required! Serve with extra BBQ sauce, your favorite sides, and watch them disappear in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks pork back ribs
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 cup BBQ sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the silver membrane from the underside of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off using a paper towel for grip.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over both sides of the ribs and massage it into the meat.

Step 5

Evenly coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub and gently press the seasoning into the meat.

Step 6

Place the seasoned ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil with the meat side up. Fold the edges of the foil up slightly to form a shallow tray.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar and water, then pour it around the ribs to keep them moist during cooking.

Step 8

Tightly wrap the ribs in the aluminum foil, sealing all edges to create a packet, and place it on a baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bones easily.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully open the foil packet to release the steam.

Step 11

Preheat your oven's broiler to high.

Step 12

Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce over the ribs, then place them uncovered under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes and becomes sticky. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 13

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing between the bones.

Step 14

Serve warm with additional BBQ sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2430.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6489.4

Total Fat 498.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 178.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1580mg	0%
Sodium 3277.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 77.4g
Protein 396.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 666.0mg	0%
Iron 29.0mg	0%
Potassium 6385.8mg	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: 69.4%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 6.0%