The Best Baby Back Ribs

Prepare to wow your taste buds with *The Best Baby Back Ribs*—a foolproof recipe for fall-off-the-bone perfection. These succulent ribs are coated in a smoky-sweet spice rub featuring brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne, then slow-cooked to tender bliss in a sealed foil pouch. A slathering of tangy yellow mustard helps the spices cling to every crevice, while the finishing touch is a generous glaze of your favorite BBQ sauce, caramelized to sticky perfection on the grill or under the broiler. Perfect for a backyard gathering or a cozy family dinner, these tender ribs are easy to prepare yet packed with bold, mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Get ready for your new go-to recipe for finger-lickin’ ribs that everyone will rave about!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (approximately 4 pounds total) Baby back ribs
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoons Paprika (preferably smoked)
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

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 at one end, then grip it with a paper towel and pull it off. This will ensure tender ribs.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using) to create the spice rub.

Step 4

Rub the yellow mustard all over both sides of the ribs. This helps the spice rub stick and adds a subtle tangy flavor.

Step 5

Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the spice rub, pressing it in to ensure it adheres well.

Step 6

Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil to create a sealed packet, which will allow them to cook low and slow without drying out.

Step 7

Place the foil-wrapped ribs on a baking sheet. Bake for 3.5 hours in the preheated oven, until the ribs are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bones.

Step 8

Carefully remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest in the foil for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.

Step 9

Unwrap the ribs and baste them generously with BBQ sauce on both sides.

Step 10

Place the ribs on the grill (or under the broiler) for about 5 minutes per side, basting again as needed. This will caramelize the BBQ sauce and add a smoky flavor.

Step 11

Remove the ribs from the grill, let them rest for 5 minutes, then slice between the bones and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3953.3 grams (3953.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10660

Total Fat 681.60g	874%
Saturated Fat 245.20g	1226%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 2638mg	879%
Sodium 12599mg	548%
Total Carbohydrate 363.20g	132%
Dietary Fiber 10.30g	37%
Total Sugars 301.30g
Protein 731.90g	1464%

Vitamin D 38IU	189%
Calcium 1759mg	135%
Iron 37mg	203%
Potassium 9358mg	199%

*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: 58.3%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 13.8%