Quincy Jones Thriller Ribs

Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with Quincy Jones Thriller Ribs, a show-stopping recipe that guarantees tender, flavorful perfection every time. These fall-off-the-bone pork ribs are seasoned with a bold dry rub featuring brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for a smoky-sweet kick. Slow-baked to tenderize the meat and finished with a tangy homemade BBQ sauce made with honey, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, these ribs deliver a mouthwatering combination of caramelized char and sticky glaze. Perfect for backyard cookouts, game day feasts, or family dinners, these ribs will easily become your go-to for impressing guests. Serve them warm with extra sauce for dipping and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork ribs (baby back or St. Louis style)
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and peeling it away. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat.

Step 5

Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bone.

Step 6

While the ribs bake, make the BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan, whisk together apple cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, and liquid smoke. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Set aside.

Step 7

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully open the foil (watch out for steam). Brush the ribs generously with the BBQ sauce.

Step 8

For a caramelized finish, preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to broil. Place the ribs on the grill or a broiling pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, basting with more sauce and turning as necessary, until the sauce is sticky and slightly charred.

Step 9

Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting into individual ribs.

Step 10

Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1889.2 grams (1889.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5122

Total Fat 394.50g	506%
Saturated Fat 140.50g	703%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1120mg	373%
Sodium 3013mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 158.30g	58%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 119.70g
Protein 285.20g	570%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404mg	31%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 3797mg	81%

*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: 66.7%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 11.9%