Tim's Favorite Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Name: Tim's Favorite Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs pork baby back ribs; 4 ounces tap water; 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil; ¼ cup Spanish onion, chopped finely; ⅛ cup scallion, chopped finely; ¼ cup fresh green pepper, chopped finely; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; ½ cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; ⅓ cup Worcestershire sauce; ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar; ½ cup crushed tomatoes; ⅔ cup chili sauce; 1 ½ cups ketchup; ½ cup dark molasses; 4 tablespoons honey; 3 tablespoons Red Devil Hot Sauce

Servings: persons

6 lbs pork baby back ribs
4 ounces tap water
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
¼ cup Spanish onion, chopped finely
⅛ cup scallion, chopped finely
¼ cup fresh green pepper, chopped finely
2 garlic cloves, pressed
½ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup Worcestershire sauce
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup crushed tomatoes
⅔ cup chili sauce
1 ½ cups ketchup
½ cup dark molasses
4 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons Red Devil Hot Sauce

1
Ribs:.
2
Remove back sinew of the ribs (that layer of thick white skin on the back of ribs).
3
Sear the rack on a hot grill on both sides,.
4
and place in roasting pan.
5
Combine water and BBQ Sauce, and pour over ribs.
6
Bring ribs to a boil on stove.
7
Preheat oven to 350.
8
Cover with foil, and braise in oven until tender, but not falling off bone.
9
BBQ Sauce:.
10
Heat oil in pot.
11
Chop onion, scallions, and peppers.
12
Saute in heated oil for about 5 minutes.
13
Add garlic, sugar and dry ingredients and stir.
14
Add liquids and stir.
15
Simmer for about 3 hrs., until flavors are.
16
properly melded.
17
Adjust seasonings to your taste.

2026

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

189

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

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs pork baby back ribs, 4 ounces tap water, 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil, ¼ cup Spanish onion, chopped finely, and more.

Yes, Tim's Favorite 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!

Tim's Favorite Baby Back Ribs

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