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Tender Oven-Baked Ribs

Juicy, flavorful ribs that fall off the bone, perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ribs and Marinade
  • 2 racks baby back ribs or St. Louis-style ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps rub adhere
Dry Rub Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Helps with caramelization
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika For depth
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional, for heat
Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Store-bought or homemade

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin from the ribs if it’s still on.
  3. Rub both sides of the ribs with olive oil.
  4. Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl.
  5. Generously coat the ribs with the spice mix.
Cooking
  1. Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  2. Cover tightly with another sheet of foil, sealing all the edges.
  3. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until fork-tender.
  4. Remove from the oven and carefully peel back the foil.
  5. Brush your favorite barbecue sauce over the ribs.
  6. Return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes uncovered to caramelize the sauce.

Notes

Pro Tip: Don’t skip using foil for the first part of baking; it traps moisture and keeps your ribs juicy!