Melt-in-Your-Mouth BBQ Pork Ribs Smoky, Tender & Irresistible! 🍖🔥
These fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, packed with smoky BBQ flavor, and finished with a sticky, caramelized glaze. Perfect for grilling, baking, or smoking!
📋 Ingredients:
2 racks pork ribs (baby back or St. Louis-style)
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp black pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Prep the Ribs:
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for maximum tenderness.
Pat dry and rub apple cider vinegar over the ribs to enhance flavor.
2️⃣ Season Generously:
In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), and brown sugar.
Coat the ribs evenly with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat.
3️⃣ Slow Cook for Ultimate Tenderness:
Oven Method: Wrap ribs tightly in foil and bake at 275°F (135°C) for 2.5–3 hours.
Grill Method: Wrap ribs in foil and place over indirect heat at 275°F (135°C) for 2.5–3 hours.
Smoker Method: Smoke at 225°F (107°C) for 4–5 hours, spritzing with apple juice every hour.
4️⃣ Caramelize with BBQ Sauce:
Remove ribs from foil and brush generously with BBQ sauce.
Increase oven temp to 400°F (200°C) or grill over direct heat for 10–15 minutes, flipping and basting with more BBQ sauce.
5️⃣ Rest & Serve:
Let ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve with extra BBQ sauce and your favorite sides like cornbread, coleslaw, or baked beans!
🔥 Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 3 hrs | Total Time: 3 hrs 15 min
🍖 Juicy, smoky, and finger-licking good—these BBQ pork ribs will be the star of any meal