Backyard Style Barbecued Ribs

Get ready to fire up the grill and savor the smoky, fall-off-the-bone goodness of these Backyard Style Barbecued Ribs—the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any barbecue or summer cookout! Featuring tender pork spare ribs seasoned with a bold dry rub of brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a kick of cayenne, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection on the grill or smoker. A splash of apple cider vinegar ensures melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, while a final caramelized coating of barbecue sauce takes the flavor over the top. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, foolproof steps, this recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful ribs every time. Serve these smoky, saucy beauties with your favorite sides for a true backyard feast. Perfect for fans of low-and-slow grilling and smoky barbecue flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork spare ribs
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to 250°F (120°C) or prepare your smoker for low and slow cooking.

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the pork ribs by sliding a knife underneath and pulling it off using a paper towel for grip. This allows the seasoning to penetrate better.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the ribs generously on both sides with olive oil and the spice rub, pressing the seasonings into the meat.

Step 5

Wrap the ribs in plastic wrap and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate them for up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.

Step 6

If using a smoker, add your preferred wood (hickory, apple, or cherry wood pairs well) and place the ribs directly on the grate, bone-side down. If using a grill, set it up for indirect heat and place the ribs over the cool side of the grill.

Step 7

Cook the ribs low and slow for 3 hours, maintaining the grill or smoker temperature at around 250°F (120°C). Periodically check the ribs and replenish wood or adjust coals as needed.

Step 8

After 3 hours, remove the ribs and wrap them tightly in aluminum foil with a splash of apple cider vinegar inside the foil to help tenderize the meat. Return them to the grill or smoker and cook for an additional 1 hour.

Step 9

Carefully unwrap the ribs and brush them generously with barbecue sauce. Place them back onto the grill or smoker, directly over medium heat, to caramelize the sauce for 15–20 minutes, turning and basting frequently.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2494.4 grams (2494.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6880

Total Fat 500.20g	641%
Saturated Fat 174.90g	875%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 1760mg	587%
Sodium 11555mg	502%
Total Carbohydrate 157.50g	57%
Dietary Fiber 10.20g	36%
Total Sugars 118.90g
Protein 414.40g	829%

Vitamin D 880IU	4400%
Calcium 637mg	49%
Iron 29mg	160%
Potassium 5668mg	121%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.3%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 9.3%