Tender Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs
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5.0
819 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs 15 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
447 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Tender Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs
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Making ribs in the oven is so easy, prep is quick and they are fall-off-the-bone tender every single time.
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Ingredients
Ribs
- 3 pounds baby back ribs 2 slabs
- 2 yellow onions sliced
- 4 cloves garlic sliced
Spice Rub (optional)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
BBQ Sauce
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup chili sauce *see note or additional BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275°F. In a small bowl, combine the spice mix and set aside. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- If present, remove the white membrane from the back side of the ribs (see notes). Pat the ribs dry and check for little bone shards or pieces. Cut into 4 to 6 rib pieces.
- Gently massage the seasoning mix (or salt and pepper) into both sides of the ribs.
- Place the ribs on the prepared baking pan, meaty side down. Cover the ribs with onion and garlic.
- Cover & seal with another piece of foil.
- Bake the ribs for 2 hours. Carefully open the corner of the sealed foil and pull a small piece of meat off to ensure the ribs are tender. If they are not tender, bake for another 20-30 minutes and check again.
- Meanwhile, combine BBQ Rib Sauce ingredients together.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and discard the juices, onions, and garlic. Brush ribs with olive oil and brush generously with BBQ sauce.
- Grill or broil over medium high heat 5-10 minutes or until charred.
Notes
- Variations on Cook times/temps:
- If they are ready early, turn the oven off and let them sit for up to 1 hour in the warm oven.
- Nutritional information does not include sauce and is based on 3lbs baby back ribs.
- Rub: A homemade rub can be substituted for a purchased rub, or salt and pepper can be used instead of a rub.
- Sauce: Chili sauce is not spicy it tastes like zesty ketchup and is found with ketchup in the store. If you'd prefer, use all bbq sauce in this recipe.
- Membrane: Some racks of ribs come with the membrane removed. It is on the side of the ribs with less meat. To remove the membrane, slip a knife under the edge of the thin skin on the back of the ribs. Grip the edge of the membrane (use a paper towel if it's slippery) and gently pull it away from the meat. Discard the membrane.
- Cutting the ribs into pieces (about 4-6 ribs) makes them easier to grill and serve.
- 275°F – 2 hours to 2 ½ hours *preferred method
- 300°F – 1 ½ hours to 2 hours
- 350°F – 1 ¼ hours to 1 ½ hoursAfter cooking, if the ribs are not tender, they need MORE time. Seal them up and cook an additional 20-30 minutes if needed.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
447
(22%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
44g
(88%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
167mg
(56%)
Sodium
145mg
(6%)
Potassium
763mg
(22%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
595IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
1.1mg
(1%)
Calcium
56mg
(6%)
Iron
2.2mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 447 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 447 | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 167mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 145mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 763mg | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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