Oven Pork Ribs
Make smokey, tender BBQ ribs right in your oven for a perfect summer party dish that rivals any smokehouse.
Ingredients
For the Ribs
- 1 rack baby back ribs (beef or pork)
- 1 cup smoky BBQ sauce The good, sticky kind
- 1 tablespoon dry rub blend Includes salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of brown sugar
- 1 roll heavy-duty foil For wrapping the ribs during cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better texture.
- Rub the ribs generously with the dry rub blend on both sides.
- Place the ribs on a rimmed sheet pan lined with foil.
Cooking
- Cover the ribs tightly with another layer of foil to trap moisture.
- Bake the ribs in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil.
- Brush the ribs with smoky BBQ sauce and return to the oven uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.
- Optional: Broil the ribs for 2-3 minutes for a caramelized top.
Serving
- Allow the ribs to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
For tender ribs, consider marinating the ribs overnight. If using country-style ribs, cooking time may be slightly longer. Ribs can be reheated in the oven wrapped in foil at 300°F for juiciness.