Twice Cooked Baby Back Ribs

Indulge in the ultimate barbecue experience with these tender and flavorful Twice Cooked Baby Back Ribs. Perfectly seasoned with a sweet and smoky dry rub, these ribs are first baked until they’re fall-off-the-bone tender, then finished on the grill (or under the broiler) for that irresistible caramelized char. A tangy homemade finishing sauce made with barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar takes these ribs to the next level, ensuring every bite is juicy and packed with flavor. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for summer cookouts or cozy weekend dinners, offering a balance of bold spices, sweet glaze, and smoky goodness. Get ready to savor these unforgettable ribs that strike the perfect balance between comfort food and culinary craft.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Prepare the dry rub by combining brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Remove the membrane from the back of the baby back ribs and pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.

Step 4

Rub the dry rub mixture generously onto both sides of the ribs, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a large piece of aluminum foil, meat side up, and wrap them tightly into a foil packet to seal in the juices.

Step 6

Place the foil-wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until they are tender and almost falling off the bone.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the finishing sauce by mixing barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a saucepan. Simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, then set aside.

Step 8

Once the ribs have finished baking, carefully remove them from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes in the foil.

Step 9

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (or set your oven to broil if not grilling).

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the foil and brush both sides generously with the prepared finishing sauce.

Step 11

Place the ribs on the preheated grill and cook for 5-10 minutes, flipping occasionally and brushing with more sauce, until caramelized and slightly charred. If using the oven broiler, place the ribs on a baking rack set over a sheet pan and broil for 5-8 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.

Step 12

Remove the ribs from the grill or oven, let them rest for a few minutes, then slice between the bones and serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2272.8 grams (2272.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5703

Total Fat 339.50g	435%
Saturated Fat 121.90g	610%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1309mg	436%
Sodium 9137mg	397%
Total Carbohydrate 273.20g	99%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 224.10g
Protein 365.00g	730%

Vitamin D 19IU	94%
Calcium 953mg	73%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 5321mg	113%

*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: 54.5%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 19.5%