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BBQ Ribs

Tender and flavorful BBQ ribs coated in a rich and smoky sauce, perfect for summer grilling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ribs
  • 2 pounds pork ribs baby back or spare ribs
Dry Rub
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade

Method
 

Prepare the Ribs
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 300°F).
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor and tenderness.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together all the dry rub ingredients.
  4. Rub the dry mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cook the Ribs
  1. Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on the grill.
  2. Cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours, maintaining a steady temperature.
  3. Remove the ribs from the foil and brush with BBQ sauce.
  4. Grill for an additional 15-30 minutes, basting with more sauce, until caramelized.
Serve
  1. Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the ribs with the dry rub overnight in the refrigerator.

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