Name: Barbecue Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h 40 min
Total time: 2 h 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 racks of pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat); 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)

CategoryAmerican, Main Course, Slow Cooked & Braised DishesDifficultyBeginner

Yields6 Servings

Prep Time15 minsCook Time2 hrs 40 minsTotal Time2 hrs 55 mins

2 racks of pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons paprika

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Prepare the Ribs: Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it away. In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the ribs, coating both sides evenly.

Bake the Ribs: Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 2-2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.

Grill the Ribs: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the ribs from the foil and brush them generously with barbecue sauce on both sides. Grill the ribs for 5-10 minutes per side, applying more sauce as needed, until they are caramelized and charred.

Serve: Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing between the bones. Serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side.

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