Tender Oven Baked BBQ Ribs That Fall Off the Bone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

2 racks of pork baby back ribs (about 4–5 pounds)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon paprika

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

1 ½ cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep:

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack inside (optional for better airflow).

 

2. Prepare the Ribs:

Remove the thin silver membrane from the back of the ribs (for tenderness).

Rub olive oil over the ribs.

In a bowl, mix all dry spices together.

Generously rub the spice mix all over both sides of the ribs.

 

3. Bake Low and Slow:

Wrap ribs tightly in foil (you can double wrap for extra juiciness).

Place on the baking sheet and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, until tender and nearly falling apart.

 

4. Add BBQ Sauce:

Carefully unwrap ribs. Brush BBQ sauce generously on both sides.

Increase oven temp to 425°F (220°C) or switch to broil.

Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes, or broil for 5–7 minutes until caramelized and sticky.

 

5. Rest & Serve:

Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes.

Slice between the bones and serve with extra BBQ sauce!