Sweet N Spicy Ribs

Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with these tantalizing Sweet N Spicy Ribs! These tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are coated in a bold dry rub featuring smoked paprika, chili powder, and a hint of cayenne for the perfect balance of smoky heat. Slowly baked to perfection, they’re then slathered with a luscious honey-ketchup glaze, infused with apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and a dash of hot sauce for a sweet, tangy kick. The final touch is a quick broil, which caramelizes the glaze into a sticky, finger-licking finish. Perfect for a weekend barbecue or a game-day feast, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for fans of bold sweet and spicy flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork ribs
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cups Honey
• 0.5 cups Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Hot sauce

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 it, grabbing it with a paper towel, and pulling it off carefully.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub this spice mixture generously over the entire surface of the ribs on both sides.

Step 5

Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet, meat side up.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away easily from the bone.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze: in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and hot sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done baking, carefully unwrap them from the foil and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.

Step 9

Brush the ribs generously with the glaze on both sides.

Step 10

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) or set your broiler to high.

Step 11

Place the ribs back in the oven and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 12

Remove the ribs from the oven, let them rest for 5 minutes, then cut into individual portions and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2384.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6635.0

Total Fat 470.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 174.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1880mg	0%
Sodium 5604.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 155.9g
Protein 414.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 567.7mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 5094.9mg	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: 63.6%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 11.5%