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Easy Tender BBQ Ribs Recipe Oven to Grill for Perfect Smoky Flavor

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This recipe combines oven and grill cooking to create tender, juicy ribs with a smoky, caramelized crust. It’s simple, reliable, and perfect for summer cookouts or any BBQ craving.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks pork baby back ribs (3–4 lbs / 1.4–1.8 kg)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (240 ml), smoky and slightly sweet variety

Instructions

  1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off with a paper towel. Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and mustard powder. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Rub olive oil evenly over both sides of the ribs. Sprinkle the dry rub generously, pressing it into the meat for full coverage.
  4. Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
  5. Place the ribs meat-side up on a baking sheet and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 2 hours until the meat pulls back from the bones.
  6. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F / 190°C).
  7. Remove ribs from oven and discard foil. Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce on both sides.
  8. Place ribs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, basting with more sauce and watching for caramelization. Turn carefully to avoid breaking the meat.
  9. Let ribs rest for 5 minutes before cutting between the bones to serve.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tenderness. Use multiple thin layers of BBQ sauce on the grill to build a sticky crust without burning. Keep grill temperature medium to avoid burning the sauce. If ribs are not tender enough after baking, wrap and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes. Flip ribs only once on the grill to prevent drying out or tearing the meat.

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