Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of BBQ Baby Back Ribs with “Secret Sauce.” These tender, fall-off-the-bone beef ribs are coated in a savory dry rub and slathered with a homemade sauce that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Ideal for barbecues, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for delicious comfort food, this recipe will have your guests coming back for more. The slow-cooking method ensures juicy meat while the grilling adds a delightful caramelized finish. Pair these ribs with your favorite sides for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 10 pounds baby back beef ribs
- 1 cup yellow mustard
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup drippings from oven-cooked ribs
Instructions
- Prepare the dry rub by mixing all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Coat each rack of beef ribs generously with the dry rub and wrap tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Refrigerate the wrapped ribs overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the ribs in foil for about 2 hours, rotating halfway through.
- For the "Secret Sauce," combine cooking drippings with mustard, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to 450°F (232°C), baste ribs with sauce, and grill bone-side down until caramelized.
- Serve hot with additional sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (113g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 628mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg