Barbecue Style Pork Ribs in Your Oven

These oven-baked pork ribs capture all the flavour of outdoor barbecue without the need for a grill. Coated with a smoky dry rub, then baked low and slow, the ribs are tender and juicy, with a sweet and sticky layer of caramelised barbecue sauce. This recipe is perfect for anyone craving the taste of barbecue at home, no matter the season.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings People

Ingredients

1 rack pork ribs large baby back or spare ribs
1 tbsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 drops liquid smoke for extra smokiness
1 cup barbecue sauce store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel, then remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the ribs to help the seasoning absorb and make them more tender.
1 rack pork ribs
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, regular paprika, garlic powder and onion powder.
1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs. For added smokiness, add 2-3 drops of liquid smoke.
2 drops liquid smoke
Place the ribs on a foil-lined baking tray and cover with another piece of foil, sealing tightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2-3 hours. The slow baking process will tenderise the meat and give it a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
After 1.5-2 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully remove the top layer of foil.
Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce over the ribs. Return them to the oven uncovered for the remaining cook time, or until the sauce has caramelised.
1 cup barbecue sauce
For a grill-like char, place the ribs under the oven grill for 3-5 minutes until slightly crisp.
Slice the ribs and serve hot, with extra barbecue sauce if desired.

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