Delicious Oven Baked Barbecue Baby Back Ribs

Name: Delicious Oven Baked Barbecue Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 racks of baby-back pork ribs; salt and pepper (can use seasoning salt); 2 cups of prepared barbecue sauce (recipe below); RIB SAUCE; 2 cups ketchup; 1 small onion, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic; 4 cups water; 1 cup cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup chili powder; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 -2 teaspoon liquid smoke (to taste) (optional); black pepper

Servings: persons

3 racks of baby-back pork ribs
salt and pepper (can use seasoning salt)
2 cups of prepared barbecue sauce (recipe below)
RIB SAUCE
2 cups ketchup
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
4 cups water
1 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup chili powder
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 teaspoon liquid smoke (to taste) (optional)
black pepper

1
Prepare this sauce a day ahead and chill overnight.
2
In a saucepan combine all ingredients and bring to a slow boil, stirring occasionally to prevent from scorching (about 30-35 minutes).
3
You can strain the sauce if desired to remove the onion and garlic, that is optional.
4
Cool to about room temperature; cover and chill overnight or up to 2 days.
5
Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper, then let the ribs sit out for 30 minutes at room temperature before baking.
6
Set oven to 350 degrees.
7
Grease a large baking sheet/s.
8
Place the ribs (meat side up) on baking sheet.
9
Bake the ribs for 30 minutes.
10
Remove the ribs and brush on about 1/4 cup prepared sauce over each rack of ribs; return to oven and continue to bake for 20 minutes longer.
11
After 20 minutes, remove and brush another 1/4 cup over each rack, place back in the oven for another 20 minuters.
12
Repeat again using 1/4 cup sauce this time for about 25-30 minutes (100 minutes baking time in total).
13
Cut the ribs into thirds and arrange on a serving platter; rub a bit more sauce over the top of the ribs and serve!

423

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 racks of baby-back pork ribs, salt and pepper (can use seasoning salt), 2 cups of prepared barbecue sauce (recipe below), RIB SAUCE, and more.

Yes, Delicious Oven Baked Barbecue Baby Back 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!