Western Barbecued Ribs

Unleash the smoky, savory flavors of the Wild West with these irresistible Western Barbecued Ribs! Tender pork baby back ribs are coated in a rich dry rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of sweet and spice. Slowly baked to perfection and finished on the grill with a tangy, caramelized barbecue glaze made with apple cider vinegar, these ribs practically melt in your mouth. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a hearty family dinner, these juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs are guaranteed to impress. Serve them hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side and watch them disappear in seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Pork baby back ribs
• 2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 3 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups Barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for a more tender result. This can be done by sliding a knife under the membrane and pulling it away using a kitchen towel for grip.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub the seasonings generously onto both sides of the ribs, pressing it in to ensure the flavor adheres well.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle the olive oil over the ribs, then fold the foil tightly to seal them in a packet.

Step 6

Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and a knife slides in easily.

Step 7

While the ribs bake, prepare the basting mixture by combining the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water in a bowl. Stir until smooth.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done baking, preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat (or heat a stovetop grill pan).

Step 9

Remove the ribs from the foil packet and place them on the grill. Brush the ribs with the basting mixture, turning and basting frequently, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes and develops a slight char.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Serve the ribs warm with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1664.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4291.2

Total Fat 341.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1279.1mg	0%
Sodium 5863.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 286.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.1mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 4065.1mg	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: 70.3%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 3.4%