Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Name: Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slabs baby back ribs; For the Brine; 1 gallon unsweet tea; 2 cups brown sugar; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 1/4 black peppercorns; 3 bay leaves; 5 garlic; clove; For the Spice Rub; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; 3 teaspoons onion powder; 3 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin

Servings: persons

2 slabs baby back ribs
For the Brine
1 gallon unsweet tea
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/4 black peppercorns
3 bay leaves
5 garlic
clove
For the Spice Rub
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
3 teaspoons onion powder
3 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin

1
Heat tea in a sauce pan over medium heat. Add sugar and remaining brine ingredients. Heat through, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves in tea. Pour brine into large bowl. Cool and refrigerate for 4 hours.
2
Cut each rib in half and add to brine. Place in the fridge for 18 to 24 hours. Remove ribs from brine and pat dry. Place bone side on a cutting board and rub with rib spice. Turn rib over and rub other side with rib spice.
3
Prep your grill for indirect grilling by placing coals on only one side of the grill. Cook over indirect heat (250 to 300 degrees temperature) for about 2 hours, turning often and checking flame for any small flare ups.
4
Feel free to lightly brush ribs with your favorite sauce about 15 minutes prior to removing them from grill.

654

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slabs baby back ribs, For the Brine, 1 gallon unsweet tea, 2 cups brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet Tea 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.

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Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs

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