Go Crazy Ribs

Get ready to fire up your taste buds with "Go Crazy Ribs," the ultimate recipe for fall-off-the-bone pork ribs bursting with bold, smoky-sweet flavors. These tender baby back or spare ribs are generously coated in a homemade dry rub featuring brown sugar, paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a perfectly balanced kick. Slowly baked for three hours to juicy perfection, they’re then brushed with a finger-licking glaze made from apple cider vinegar, barbecue sauce, honey, and Worcestershire—creating a caramelized, sticky finish that's pure barbecue bliss. Perfect for backyard gatherings or a cozy dinner, these irresistible ribs are a crowd-pleaser served with classic sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or grilled veggies. Whether you’re looking for tender ribs, a tangy glaze, or an easy rib recipe, "Go Crazy Ribs" promises to deliver comfort food magic with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if it hasn’t already been removed. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, making sure to coat both sides evenly.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a large piece of aluminum foil, meat side up. Wrap the foil tightly around the ribs to seal them and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 3 hours, until they are tender and the meat is starting to pull away from the bones.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, barbecue sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

After 3 hours, carefully unwrap the ribs and discard the foil. Brush both sides of the ribs generously with the glaze.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20 minutes, basting with more glaze every 5 minutes.

Step 10

Once the ribs are caramelized and glossy, remove them from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before cutting into individual ribs.

Step 11

Serve warm with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3126.6 grams (3126.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7361

Total Fat 472.70g	606%
Saturated Fat 174.60g	873%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 1880mg	627%
Sodium 10849mg	472%
Total Carbohydrate 364.10g	132%
Dietary Fiber 10.30g	37%
Total Sugars 314.70g
Protein 415.00g	830%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 810mg	62%
Iron 31mg	173%
Potassium 6301mg	134%

*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: 57.7%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 19.8%