Description

If you’re craving that smoky, fall-off-the-bone goodness but don’t want to fire up the grill, these Baked Southern Roadhouse Ribs are the answer. This easy dinner recipe delivers bold Southern BBQ flavor straight from your oven. Perfect for comfort food lovers looking for easy dinner ideas, food ideas for gatherings, or a satisfying weekend meal.

Ingredients

2 racks baby back ribs

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

3/4 cup barbecue sauce

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack inside if available. Remove the silver membrane from the ribs.

2. Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

3. Rub the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the ribs. Let rest 10–15 minutes.

4. Wrap ribs tightly in foil and place bone-side down on baking sheet. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.

5. Unwrap ribs and brush with barbecue sauce mixed with apple cider vinegar.

6. Broil for 5–7 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.

7. Rest ribs 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Removing the membrane ensures tender ribs.

Use a thick barbecue sauce for the best caramelized glaze.

Allow ribs to rest before slicing to keep them juicy.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 480
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 115mg