Barbecued Pork Ribs Recipe

Name: Barbecued Pork Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs pork baby back ribs; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 whole bay leaf; 1 garlic clove, smashed; salt and pepper; Barbecue Sauce; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 cup ketchup; 2/3 cup white vinegar; 1/2 cup water

Servings: persons

3 lbs pork baby back ribs
1 small onion, chopped
1 whole bay leaf
1 garlic clove, smashed
salt and pepper
Barbecue Sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water

1
Put ribs, salt, pepper, garlic, bay leaf and onion in a large stockpot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 30 minutes, depending on the amount of ribs. While ribs are cooking, prepare the sauce.
2
Combine all sauce ingredients into saucepan and bring to a boil while stirring until thickened. Taste to adjust tanginess, salt or sugar.
3
Remove ribs from stockpot and put in a deep bowl. Pour sauce over the ribs and, stir to coat them. Marinate for at least 3 hours. (longer is even better) Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. When ready to cook, remove ribs from marinade, pour marinade in a saucepan or microwavable bowl and bring to a boil. Bake ribs at 400' for 20 minutes, brushing with marinade occasionally. OR- BBQ for 15 to 20 minutes, brushing with sauce.

1164

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs pork baby back ribs, 1 small onion, chopped, 1 whole bay leaf, 1 garlic clove, smashed, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Pork Ribs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barbecued Pork Ribs

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Variations & substitutions

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