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Tangy BBQ Ribs: Unlock the Secret to Juicy Flavor!

Tangy BBQ Ribs with a homemade sauce that unlocks juicy flavor and a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 racks of baby back ribs about 4 pounds total
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  3. Place the ribs on the prepared baking sheet, meat side up. Cover tightly with another piece of aluminum foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are tender.
  4. While the ribs are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, liquid smoke, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  5. Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and discard the top layer of foil. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  6. Brush a generous amount of the homemade BBQ sauce over the ribs. Transfer the ribs to the grill and cook for about 5-10 minutes, flipping occasionally and basting with more sauce, until they are caramelized and slightly charred.
  7. Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of hot sauce to the BBQ sauce.
  • For a smoky flavor without a grill, broil the ribs in the oven for the last 5-10 minutes after applying the sauce.

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