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Tender Oven Baked Baby Back Ribs Recipe with Easy BBQ Sauce for Perfect Flavor

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This recipe delivers tender, juicy baby back ribs baked low and slow in the oven with a simple, flavorful BBQ sauce. Perfect for any occasion, these ribs are easy to make and taste like a backyard barbecue without the grill.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs (about 2 to 2.5 pounds / 900g to 1.1kg each), well-trimmed with minimal silver skin
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Aluminum foil (for wrapping ribs tightly)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs using a butter knife and paper towel for grip.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp chili powder if using. Stir well.
  4. Pat ribs dry with paper towels and rub the dry mix generously over both sides of each rack.
  5. Place each rack on a large piece of aluminum foil and wrap tightly to seal in juices.
  6. Place wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until meat is tender and shrinks back from the bones.
  7. While ribs bake, whisk together 1 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Carefully unwrap ribs and brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce over them.
  9. Return ribs uncovered to the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
  10. Remove ribs from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing between the bones.

Notes

Remove silver skin for tenderness. Wrap ribs tightly in foil to lock in moisture. Make BBQ sauce ahead for better flavor. Watch the final glaze step carefully to avoid burning. If ribs are not tender enough, rewrap and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.

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