Mouthwatering Baby Back Ribs You Can’t Resist Making

These flavorful Baby Back Ribs are a perfect dinner option, packed with sweet and smoky taste from a homemade spice rub.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2 30

Resting Time 15

Total Time 3

Servings: 6 ribs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Spice Rub

1 cup Brown Sugar Sweetness and caramelization
2 tablespoons Salt Enhances flavor
2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika Adds a smoky flavor
1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Provides depth of flavor
1 tablespoon Onion Powder Adds sweetness
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Offers earthy undertones
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Brings herbal notes
1 teaspoon Ground Mustard Adds tanginess
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adds heat and spice

For the Ribs

2 racks Baby Back Ribs The star of the show

For Glazing

1 cup BBQ Sauce For glazing and serving

Equipment

Smoker
Oven
Mixing Bowl
Foil
Baking sheet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the Spice Rub by combining all ingredients in a bowl.
Remove the membrane from the ribs and rub half of the spice mixture over them.
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (110°C) and smoke the ribs for 2 hours.
Wrap the ribs in foil and continue smoking for an additional 1.5 hours.
Brush BBQ sauce over the ribs and smoke for another 45 minutes to an hour.
For the oven method, preheat to 300°F (150°C) and wrap the ribs in foil, baking for 2 hours.
Broil the ribs for 10 minutes after coating with BBQ sauce.
Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rackCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to remove the membrane for better flavor absorption and tenderness. Pair with classic sides like cornbread or coleslaw.

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