BBQ Ribs
These tender BBQ ribs, seasoned to perfection and coated with a smoky barbecue sauce, are a must-try for any grill or oven enthusiast.
Ingredients
For the Ribs
- 3 pounds baby back ribs (2 slabs)
- 2 onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, sliced
For the Rib Rub (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
For the BBQ Sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup chili sauce (or additional BBQ sauce)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 275°F.
- If you prefer, mix the optional Rib Rub ingredients together.
- Remove the white membrane from the back side of the ribs (the side with less meat). It should pull off easily.
- Pat the ribs dry and check for any small bone shards or pieces.
- Season the ribs with salt and pepper or sprinkle generously with the rub, then massage it into the ribs.
Baking
- Place the seasoned ribs on a foil-lined tray, meaty side down.
- Cover the ribs with the sliced onions and garlic.
- Cover and seal everything with another piece of foil.
- Bake the ribs for 2 hours in the preheated oven.
- Carefully open a corner of the sealed foil and pull a small piece of meat off to ensure the ribs are tender. If they’re not tender yet, bake for another 20-30 minutes and check again.
BBQ Sauce Preparation
- While the ribs are baking, combine the BBQ Rib Sauce ingredients in a bowl.
Final Touch
- Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the oven and discard the juices, onions, and garlic.
- Brush the ribs with olive oil and generously brush them with the prepared BBQ sauce.
- Finish the ribs by grilling or broiling them over medium-high heat for 5-10 minutes or until they achieve a desirable char.
Notes
These ribs are ideal for cookouts and family gatherings, sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.