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BBQ Ribs in the Oven

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Dry Rub:
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Ribs:
  • 2 racks baby back ribs 4 lbs total
  • 1½ cups BBQ sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  • Remove membrane from back of ribs.
  • Mix all dry rub ingredients.
  • Pat ribs dry. Rub spice mixture all over both sides.
  • Wrap each rack tightly in aluminum foil.
  • Place on baking sheet bone-side down.
  • Bake for 2½ hours until very tender.
  • Remove from oven. Carefully open foil packets.
  • Brush both sides generously with BBQ sauce.
  • Turn oven to broil. Place rack 6 inches from heat.
  • Broil 3 to 5 minutes until sauce caramelizes.
  • Brush with more sauce if desired.
  • Rest 5 minutes. Cut into individual ribs. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Remove membrane from ribs — it prevents tenderness
  • Wrap tightly in foil to trap steam and moisture
  • Cook low and slow — do not rush
  • Broil at the end to caramelize sauce
  • Watch closely while broiling — sauce burns quickly
  • Let rest 5 minutes before cutting
  • Ribs are done at 190°F to 203°F internal temperature
  • Spare ribs need extra 30 minutes cooking time
  • Can be made 2 days ahead and reheated
  • Save foil drippings for gravy or sauce