Easy Oven Baked Ribs with Blueberry Bourbon Sauce
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Easy Oven Baked Ribs with Blueberry Bourbon Sauce
Description
Easy Oven Baked Ribs with Blueberry Bourbon Sauce highlight tender pork ribs enhanced by a dry rub and a unique blueberry bourbon barbecue sauce. The ribs are first coated with olive oil and rub, then tightly wrapped in foil to create a steamy environment baking at 400°F for one hour, ensuring the meat turns tender. Afterward, the ribs are exposed, brushed generously with the blueberry bourbon sauce, and baked again to develop a caramelized glaze over the meaty surface. This cooking technique balances moist interior meat with a flavorful, slightly sticky exterior sauce.
The smoky, spiced flavor from the dry rub contrasts with the blueberry bourbon’s sweet and slightly tangy character, offering a rich and layered taste experience. The ribs bake on a baking sheet lined with foil to catch drippings and simplify cleanup.
Serve the ribs with extra sauce spooned on the side for added richness. This recipe works well for a hearty dinner or barbecue meal.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork ribs
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- dry rub pre-made - any variety
- [2 cups Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce]
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F
- Peel off the membrane that covers the bone side of the ribs. Lightly coat both sides of the ribs with oil. Apply a heavy coat of the dry rub to both sides of the ribs.
- Lay ribs on foil with the meaty side up and tightly seal the foil. Place on a baking sheet. Bake for one hour.
- Remove from oven and open foiled ribs and brush on Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce on both sides of the ribs. Return to the oven (keep the foil open) and bake for 15-20 minutes. Serve with extra sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 919 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 919kcal | 46% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 53g | 106% |
| Fat | 72g | 111% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32g | 188% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 253mg | 84% |
| Sodium | 483mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.