Description
These tender, juicy baked country-style ribs are slow-cooked in the oven with a delicious seasoning rub and your favorite BBQ sauce. Perfect for an easy, flavorful dinner!
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs country-style pork ribs (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for spice)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking dish or sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the ribs: Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel, then rub them with olive oil.
- Season the ribs: In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Rub the seasoning all over the ribs.
- Bake covered: Place the ribs in a single layer in the baking dish. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 to 2½ hours, until fork-tender.
- Add BBQ sauce: Remove from the oven, discard excess juices, and brush the ribs generously with BBQ sauce.
- Caramelize the sauce: Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and slightly caramelizes.
- Serve hot, with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, add a dash of liquid smoke to the seasoning.
- Want crispier ribs? Broil them for 3-5 minutes after adding BBQ sauce.
- Great side dishes: Serve with coleslaw, mashed potatoes, cornbread, or baked beans.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 110mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg