Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky Barbecue Ribs recipe is so easy to make! Oven baked, juicy, and tender, this may be the best oven baked ribs recipe! Seasoned with brown sugar, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic salt, slow cooked, then basted with barbecue sauce, and broiled to perfection!

I used to be intimidated by any kind of ribs recipe! BBQ ribs was, and is one of my absolute favorite meals, but I would just enjoy it at restaurants or at other people’s houses. Once I learned that making oven baked ribs in the oven is so easy, I have never ordered ribs from a restaurant again! For this pork ribs recipe, applying the rib rub, then baking long and slow is the best way to fully incorporate the flavor throughout the ribs. Liquid smoke is what gives the smoky flavor. I use brown sugar and garlic salt for a slightly sweet, garlicky rib rub.

Remove the Membrane for tender Barbecue ribs!

Making super tender and flavorful tasty barbecue ribs is simple! The key is removing the tough membrane from the back of the ribs. ✨ Removing the membrane is the most important thing to do when you want fall off the bone tender pork ribs!

To remove the membrane, I start peeling it by running a knife under the membrane, then pull it up. If it breaks or is hard to pull, I will gently run the knife between the membrane and the meat until I get enough to hold onto.

To see exactly how I remove the ribs, watch the short video below!

Rib Rub is a must!

The next most important step is the dry rib rub. Cover the ribs with dry rub and slow cook in the oven to seal the flavor into the meat. This smoked ribs recipe is delicious eaten right out of the oven, but for added yum factor, I brush homemade barbecue sauce on the ribs and broil or barbecue for a few minutes. (They can be either broiled or barbecued at this point.)

Barbecue Sauce for Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky ribs recipe.

I use my Homemade Smoky Barbecue Sauce for this recipe. It has a sweet, smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with ribs.

If you have a favorite barbecue sauce, just use that. Or, you might find that you like the ribs without barbecue sauce, this oven baked ribs recipe is truly delicious with or without the added sauce!

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History of Barbecue Ribs

The history of barbecue ribs is very diversified. They became popular in the 20th century when refrigerators became more common. Until then, ribs were often discarded, being considered scraps. Barbecue ribs are an American brainchild. Their invention is nothing short of fascinating! This article has so much great information if you want to know more. From Trash to Treasure: The History of BBQ Ribs

Wouldn’t you know it, national barbecued spareribs day is celebrated on July 4th!

Ingredients for Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky Barbecue Ribs

• Baby Back Pork Ribs: Or any kind of ribs will do
• Brown Sugar: This is for the dry rub and infuses the caramelly sweet flavor of brown sugar into the meat.
• Liquid Smoke: This is found in almost any grocery store near the barbecue sauces. It is hickory flavored and really does add the hickory smoke flavor to make these ribs even more delicious.
• Paprika: Adds a slightly sweet, spicy flavor and color to the ribs.
• Garlic Salt:
• Black Pepper:
• Barbecue Sauce: Store bought or this recipe of mine. Just simmer these ingredients together.

how to make mouthwatering sweet and smoky barbecue ribs

1.Remove the membrane from the bone side of the ribs by sliding a blunt knife under and pulling it up as you slide the knife under. Check out this great tutorial if you have never done this before. Removing Membrane from Baby Back Ribs.

2. Pat the ribs dry with paper towel, then place on a double layer of foil. Mix the dry rub ingredients together and rub into both sides of the ribs.

3. Wrap the ribs and place onto a baking sheet with sides. Bake at 300°F for 2 hours.

4. Remove the foil and cut the ribs into serving size. Place the ribs back onto the baking sheet.

5. Brush with barbecue sauce and broil for 7-10 minutes.

What to serve with Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky Barbecue Ribs

Creamy Cucumber and Dill Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Fully Loaded Stuffed Potatoes

Deluxe and Creamy Hashbrown Casserole

Or try with one of these options

• Potato Salad
• Roasted Potatoes
• Any kind of potatoes
• Salad of any kind
• Baked Beans
• Corn on the Cob
• Pasta Salad

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Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky Barbecue Ribs

Mouthwatering Sweet and Smoky Ribs recipe is a fall off the bone guaranteed BBQ ribs recipe! With brown sugar, garlic, paprika, liquid smoke, and homemade barbecue sauce, the flavor is slightly sweet, slightly smoky and totally tasty! Such a simple recipe, anyone can learn to make these oven baked ribs!

Author:RebekahCooking Method:Baked, GrilledCuisine:AmericanCourses:Main CourseRecipe Keys:HomemadePork

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Prep Time15 minsCook Time120 minsRest Time10 minsTotal Time2 hrs 25 minsDifficulty:BeginnerServings:10Calories:441Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 lb Pork Ribs
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp Liquid Smoke
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Garlic Salt
• ¹⁄₂ tsp Black Pepper
• 2 cup Barbecue Sauce

Instructions

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1. Remove the membrane from the bone side of the ribs by sliding a blunt knife under and pulling it up as you slide the knife under.

   

2. Pat the ribs dry with paper towel, then place on a double layer of foil. Mix the dry rub ingredients together and rub into both sides of the ribs. Sprinkle the dry rub onto both sides of the ribs, rubbing into the meat.

   

3. Wrap the ribs with a double layer of foil, and place onto a baking sheet with sides. Bake at 300°F for 2 hours.

   

4. Remove the aluminum foil.

   

5. Cut the ribs into serving sizes.

   

6. Cover with Barbecue Sauce and broil for 7-10 minutes.

   Let rest 10 minutes.

   Enjoy!

   

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 441kcal

Calories from Fat 96kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.7g17%

Saturated Fat 3.7g19%

Cholesterol 134mg45%

Sodium 716mg30%

Potassium 809mg24%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Protein 38g76%

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Vitamin A 22 IU

Vitamin C 15 mg

Iron 13 mg

Riboflavin 49 mg

Niacin 44 mg

Vitamin B6 87 mg

Vitamin B12 76 mcg

Pantothenic Acid 66 mg

Phosphorus 55 mg

Magnesium 17 mmol

Zinc 70 mcg

Selenium 117 mg

Copper 24 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• Bake ribs covered at a low temperature for 2-3 hours to guarantee fall off the bone tenderness.
• Make sure to remove the membrane before baking.
• Can use any kind of barbecue sauce or none at all.
• Other types of ribs will work as well with the same instructions.
• You can double or triple the recipe!