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Sweet and Sticky BBQ Ribs

Sweet and Sticky BBQ Ribs That Melt in Your Mouth

These Sweet and Sticky BBQ Ribs are a game-changer for your BBQ feast, with tender meat and a deliciously sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 pounds Pork Baby Back Ribs Can substitute with spare ribs
For the Spice Rub
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can swap with coconut sugar or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika Avoid regular paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for extra heat
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Use favorite brand or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with agave
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Grill or broiler
  • Aluminum foil
  • Baking Sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin from the ribs carefully.
  3. In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Generously rub the spice mixture over both sides of the ribs.
  5. Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until tender.
  7. Prepare the BBQ sauce by warming BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan.
  8. Unwrap the ribs, brush with BBQ sauce, and grill or broil for 5-7 minutes per side.
  9. Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side for an unforgettable feast.

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