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Oven-Baked Spare Ribs

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Oven-Baked Spare Ribs for BBQ Lovers

Enjoy the savory delight of Oven-Baked Spare Ribs, effortlessly prepared and coated in a sweet and tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 pounds Pork Spare Ribs Baby back ribs can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Smoked paprika or cayenne can be used for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Omit if not available
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust for preferred spice level
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking tray
  • Aluminum Foil
  • mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Prepare your baking tray lined with aluminum foil.
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the spare ribs, rinse, and dry them.
  3. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chili powder in a bowl.
  4. Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, let sit for 15 minutes.
  5. Wrap the seasoned ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on the baking tray.
  6. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender and the meat pulls away from the bones.
  7. Remove the ribs, unwrap, and brush barbecue sauce over them.
  8. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and bubbles.
  9. Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, use a low and slow method for cooking and ensure to let the ribs rest after broiling for juiciness.

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