Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSmoak BBQSt. Louis Ribs Recipe

St. Louis Ribs Recipe

Inspired by Smoak BBQ
Time3h 30m
Serves4

Half Rack | Full Rack $36

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Ingredients

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Ribs

Dry Rub

BBQ Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the pork ribs for better flavor absorption and tenderness.

  2. 2

    Make the Dry Rub

    In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and dried thyme. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Apply the Dry Rub

    Rub the dry rub mixture generously over both sides of the ribs. Let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Bake the Ribs

    Wrap the seasoned ribs in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.

  2. 5

    Prepare the BBQ Sauce

    While the ribs are baking, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a saucepan. Mix well and simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes until thickened.

  3. 6

    Glaze the Ribs

    Remove the ribs from the oven, unwrap them from the foil, and brush the BBQ sauce generously over the ribs. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).

  4. 7

    Finish Cooking

    Return the glazed ribs to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes. Cut them into portions and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

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