Jul 14 2026
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Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Inspired by Leila
Time3h
Serves4

Pork ribs, samy spice, bbq sauce on the side

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Ingredients

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Baby Back Ribs

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spice Rub

    In a small bowl, mix together the smoky spice rub, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 2

    Season the Ribs

    Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs. Wrap the ribs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor).

  3. 3

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

  4. 4

    Bake the Ribs

    Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, bone side down. Cover the ribs with another layer of aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until tender.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  6. 6

    Grill the Ribs

    Remove the ribs from the oven and discard the top layer of foil. Brush the ribs with BBQ sauce and place them on the grill. Grill for about 5-10 minutes per side, until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are slightly charred.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove the ribs from the grill, let them rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.

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