Description
Savory BBQ ribs blend Southern United States grilling traditions with irresistible flavor profiles. Meat falls off the bone, creating a mouthwatering experience that celebrates classic American barbecue cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 racks baby back ribs (or St. Louis-style ribs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsps honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsps brown sugar
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
Instructions
- Membrane Removal: Strip the tough back membrane off ribs using a paper towel and knife, pulling in one smooth motion to guarantee meat tenderness.
- Seasoning Preparation: Thoroughly coat ribs with olive oil, creating an optimal surface for spice adherence, then generously apply dry rub mixture, pressing spices deeply into the meat for maximum flavor infusion.
- Flavor Resting: Allow seasoned ribs to equilibrate at room temperature for 30 minutes, enabling spice penetration and flavor development.
- Temperature Setup: Establish a low, consistent heat environment at 275°F using grill or oven, preparing for a slow-cooking technique that ensures meat becomes incredibly succulent.
- Moisture Sealing: Encase ribs completely in aluminum foil, creating a sealed environment that promotes steaming and tenderization during the cooking process.
- Cooking Progression: Roast the wrapped ribs for 2-3 hours, intermittently monitoring heat distribution and meat consistency.
- Glazing Finale: Unveil ribs during the last 15-20 minutes, applying barbecue sauce to develop a rich, caramelized exterior and enhance overall flavor profile.
- Resting and Serving: Extract ribs from heat source, allow 10 minutes of resting to redistribute internal juices, then slice and plate for an exceptional dining experience.
Notes
- Membrane Removal Technique: Use a sharp knife and paper towel for a clean, swift removal to guarantee maximum meat tenderness and better seasoning absorption.
- Seasoning Adhesion Strategy: Olive oil acts as a perfect binding agent, helping spices stick deeply into the meat’s surface for intense flavor profile.
- Temperature Control Mastery: Maintain a consistent low heat (275°F) to break down tough connective tissues, ensuring ribs remain juicy and melt-in-your-mouth soft.
- Moisture Preservation Trick: Aluminum foil wrapping creates a steam environment that prevents meat from drying out, resulting in incredibly succulent and tender ribs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5-3 hours (oven) / 7-8 hours (slow cooker) / 2 hours (grill)
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg