Description
This Simple BBQ Ribs recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned grill masters alike. The ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, featuring a homemade BBQ sauce that adds a rich, smoky flavor. Whether you're cooking for a casual weekend BBQ or a special occasion, these ribs will be the highlight of any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 racks of pork ribs (about 3-4 pounds each)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups of your favorite BBQ sauce
- Optional dry rub (combination of paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper)
Instructions
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Prep the Ribs:
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by loosening it with a knife and pulling it off; this helps the seasoning absorb better.
- Season both sides of the ribs with salt and pepper, and if using, your chosen dry rub.
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Pre-cook the Ribs (Optional but recommended for tenderness):
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender but not falling apart.
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Grill the Ribs:
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Remove the ribs from the foil and brush them generously with BBQ sauce.
- Grill the ribs for 10-15 minutes on each side, applying more BBQ sauce as you turn them, until they are nicely caramelized and charred in spots.
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Serve:
- Allow the ribs to rest for a few minutes after removing them from the grill to let the juices redistribute.
- Cut between the bones to separate the ribs and serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
- You can adjust the dry rub ingredients based on your taste preferences. More sugar will give a sweeter crust, while more cayenne will add heat.
- For an even smokier flavor, consider adding wood chips to your grill or using a smoker if you have one.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating if you choose to apply a rub ahead of time)
- Cook Time: 3 hours (including oven pre-cooking and grilling)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg