Sticky Oven Barbecue Ribs
Tender, juicy baby back ribs coated in a sweet and tangy sticky barbecue sauce, perfect for gatherings and comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds back Beef ribs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ – 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) to ensure the ribs cook evenly.
- Carefully peel off the tough membrane on the bony side of the ribs for better seasoning absorption. Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, cumin, and optional chili powder. Rub this spice blend generously over both sides of the ribs.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top for added flavor.
- Cover the baking sheet with foil and bake the ribs for 2 hours.
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, mix together the barbecue sauce ingredients: garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
- Remove the ribs from the oven after 2 hours and uncover the foil.
- Spread the barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the cooked ribs.
- Increase the oven temperature to 460°F (240°C) and return the ribs to the oven uncovered for 10 minutes.
- For a nice finish, broil on medium-high heat for about 3 minutes to caramelize the edges. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Timing is crucial; let the ribs bake low and slow for optimal tenderness.
- Adjust spices, use a favorite barbecue sauce, and ensure foil is tightly sealed when covering the baking sheet to trap moisture.
Nutrition
Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 42gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 1500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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