Description
These Irresistible BBQ Ribs are tender, flavorful, and perfectly caramelized with a delicious homemade spice rub and BBQ sauce. Grilled to perfection, they are an ideal dish for outdoor gatherings or a hearty family meal, offering a smoky and sweet taste that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Ribs
- 2 lbs baby back pork ribs
Spice Rub
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat to ensure it’s ready for cooking the ribs evenly.
- Prepare Ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to allow better flavor absorption and a more tender texture.
- Make Seasoning Rub: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful spice rub for the ribs.
- Apply Rub: Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the spice mixture, making sure every surface is covered for maximum taste.
- Grill Ribs: Place the ribs bone-side down on the grill and cook for about 1 to 1.5 hours, maintaining medium heat. Baste occasionally with BBQ sauce to build layers of flavor and help caramelize the ribs.
- Final Baste: During the last 15 minutes of grilling, brush the ribs thoroughly with BBQ sauce to achieve a glossy, sticky finish.
- Rest and Serve: Remove ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in maximum tenderness.
Notes
- Removing the membrane is key for tender ribs and better seasoning penetration.
- Use indirect heat on the grill if possible to avoid burning the ribs during the long cooking time.
- Basting throughout the grilling process keeps the ribs moist and flavorful.
- Letting the ribs rest after grilling helps retain the juices.
- You can adjust the BBQ sauce to your preferred level of sweetness or spiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
