Jul 14 2026
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Bbq Ribs Recipe

Inspired by The Stamford Diner
Time3h
Serves4

BBQ glazed fall off the bone st. Louis pork ribs, served with coleslaw, sweet potato fries & corn bread.

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Ingredients

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For the BBQ Ribs

For the Coleslaw

For the Sweet Potato Fries

For the Cornbread

Method

For the BBQ Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.

  2. 2

    Make the Dry Rub

    In a bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

  3. 3

    Season the Ribs

    Rub the dry mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Bake the Ribs

    Place the seasoned ribs on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, until tender.

  5. 5

    Glaze with BBQ Sauce

    Remove the foil and brush BBQ sauce over the ribs. Bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.

For the Coleslaw

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots.

  2. 7

    Make the Dressing

    In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 8

    Mix Together

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

For the Sweet Potato Fries

  1. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 10

    Season the Fries

    In a bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, and paprika.

  3. 11

    Bake the Fries

    Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.

For the Cornbread

  1. 12

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.

  2. 13

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 14

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter.

  4. 15

    Mix Together

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

  5. 16

    Bake the Cornbread

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

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