Tender Oven-Baked Ribs: Easy Recipe for Fall-Off-The-Bone Flavor Recipe
This tender oven-baked ribs recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone flavor with a simple dry rub and barbecue sauce finish. Slow baking at a low temperature ensures juicy, flavorful ribs perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ribs and Seasoning
- 3 pounds baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) to start the slow baking process that will make the ribs tender.
- Prepare Ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to enhance tenderness and allow seasoning to penetrate better.
- Make Seasoning Mix: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful dry rub.
- Apply Rub: Generously rub the seasoning mix all over the ribs ensuring an even coat for maximum flavor.
- Wrap Ribs: Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. This seals in moisture during baking.
- Bake Ribs: Bake the wrapped ribs in the preheated oven for 3 hours to achieve tender meat that’s almost falling off the bone.
- Unwrap Ribs: Carefully remove the ribs from the oven and unwrap the foil, taking care as steam will be hot.
- Apply Sauce: Brush barbecue sauce on both sides of the ribs to add a tangy, sweet glaze.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Return the ribs to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 30 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
- Rest and Serve: Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Removing the membrane is crucial for tender ribs and better flavor absorption.
- Wrapping ribs tightly helps maintain moisture during the long baking time.
- You can use your favorite barbecue sauce or make your own for different flavor profiles.
- Resting the ribs before slicing ensures juicy, succulent meat.
- For a smoky flavor, consider finishing ribs on a hot grill for a few minutes after baking.
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