Rattlesnake Ribs

Sink your teeth into the smoky, bold flavors of Rattlesnake Ribs, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for barbecue lovers! These tender pork ribs are coated in a homemade dry rub packed with smoky paprika, garlic, and a fiery hint of cayenne, then slow-cooked to perfection for juicy, fall-off-the-bone results. The star of the show is the irresistible Rattlesnake glaze, a sweet and tangy blend of honey, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of hot sauce that caramelizes beautifully under high heat for a sticky, finger-licking finish. Perfect for backyard barbecues, game day feasts, or any time you’re craving bold and smoky barbecue flavors, these ribs are guaranteed to electrify your taste buds. Serve them with extra sauce on the side for the ultimate BBQ experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork spare ribs or baby back ribs
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). If using a smoker, set it to the same temperature.

Step 2

Prepare the ribs by removing the silver membrane from the back of the racks using a knife and paper towel for grip.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub, ensuring an even layer is applied.

Step 5

Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil. Place the foil-wrapped ribs onto a baking sheet and bake in the oven or place directly on the smoker grates for 3 hours.

Step 6

While the ribs cook, prepare the Rattlesnake glaze. In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, hot sauce, ketchup, chili powder, and butter. Heat over medium-low, stirring, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.

Step 7

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven or smoker and carefully unwrap them over the baking sheet to catch any juices.

Step 8

Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) or preheat your grill for medium-high heat if desired.

Step 9

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared glaze on both sides.

Step 10

Return the ribs to the oven or place them on the grill for an additional 30-40 minutes, brushing with more glaze every 10 minutes.

Step 11

Once the glaze is caramelized and sticky, remove the ribs and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing into portions.

Step 12

Serve warm with extra sauce on the side, and enjoy your boldly-flavored Rattlesnake Ribs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1820.3 grams (1820.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4783

Total Fat 346.70g	444%
Saturated Fat 132.10g	661%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 1186mg	395%
Sodium 4260mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 126.40g	46%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 100.30g
Protein 283.90g	568%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 411mg	32%
Iron 22mg	119%
Potassium 3592mg	76%

*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: 65.5%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 10.6%