Melt-in-Your-Mouth Oven-Baked Barbecued Ribs Recipe

This Oven-Baked Barbecued Ribs recipe showcases tender, flavorful ribs with a customizable dry rub, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Resting Time 10

Total Time 2 25

Servings: 4 ribs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ribs

2 pounds Baby Back Pork Ribs The key player that ensures richness and mouthwatering texture.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps bind the dry rub ingredients and keeps the ribs moist during cooking.

For the Dry Rub

1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Infuses a savory depth and aromatic quality.
1 tablespoon Onion Powder Elevates overall flavor, making each bite irresistibly tasty.
1 tablespoon Paprika Adds vibrant color and a touch of natural sweetness.
1 tablespoon Salt Essential for seasoning, enhancing the meat’s natural flavors.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Introduces a subtle heat and enhances flavor complexity.
1 teaspoon Cumin Provides an earthy warmth to balance the sweetness.
1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder or Cayenne Pepper Optional for a customizable heat level; adjust to your taste.

For the Sauce

1 cup Barbecue Sauce The star that brings a sticky, sweet glaze, perfect for coating the ribs.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Freshens up the sauce with a burst of flavor.
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth and a savory umami punch.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Aluminum foil
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare your baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
Peel off the tough membrane from the back of the baby back pork ribs and place them bone-side down on the lined baking sheet.
Mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, cumin, and optional chili or cayenne pepper. Drizzle olive oil over the ribs and apply the dry rub.
Cover the seasoned ribs tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 2 hours.
In the last 5 minutes of baking, mix the barbecue sauce ingredients in a bowl to meld the flavors.
After 2 hours, uncover the ribs, brush them with barbecue sauce, increase the oven temperature to 460°F (240°C), and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
Switch to broil and cook for an additional 3 minutes for extra char, watching closely.
Let the ribs rest for about 10 minutes, then cut between the bones and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rackCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 36gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These ribs are gluten-free and customizable. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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