Best 4 Baked Baby Back Ribs Recipes

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**Baked Baby Back Ribs, a Succulent and Flavorful Culinary Delight:**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs, expertly prepared in the comfort of your own kitchen. This culinary journey takes you through three distinct yet equally delectable recipes, each offering unique flavor profiles to satisfy every palate. From the classic barbecue sauce-glazed ribs to the tangy Asian-inspired ribs, and the bold and spicy dry rub ribs, this article promises an unforgettable barbecue experience.

The first recipe, **Classic Barbecue Sauce Glazed Ribs**, presents a timeless flavor combination that has won hearts for generations. A sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, made from scratch with select herbs and spices, coats tender baby back ribs, caramelizing on the surface while infusing each bite with a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky notes.

Next, embark on an Asian culinary adventure with the **Asian-Inspired Ribs**. These ribs are marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, creating a symphony of umami flavors. Once grilled, the ribs are brushed with a sticky glaze made from hoisin sauce, honey, and Sriracha, adding a touch of sweetness and a pleasant spicy kick.

Finally, for those who crave a bold and fiery experience, the **Dry Rub Ribs** are an absolute must-try. A potent blend of paprika, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder forms a flavorful crust on the ribs, delivering a delightful combination of heat and savory goodness. Accompanied by a homemade Alabama white barbecue sauce, these ribs offer a unique and unforgettable taste sensation.

Whether you're a seasoned barbecue enthusiast or a novice cook looking to impress, these three baked baby back rib recipes are sure to become favorites in your culinary repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and prepare to embark on a delicious journey of flavors.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BAKED BBQ BABY BACK RIBS



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If you're in the mood for a little virtual trip into summer, give this technique a try. This works with literally any dry rub and barbecue sauce combo.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup ancho chile powder
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
1 rack baby back pork ribs
1 cup barbeque sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Mix ancho chile powder, white sugar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, cumin, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, and chipotle pepper in a small bowl until combined.
  • Place ribs meat-side down on aluminum foil. Prick back of rib rack several times with a knife.
  • Generously apply coating of dry rub to all sides of rib rack.
  • With rib rack meat-side down, fold foil around it to create a tight seal. Transfer to sheet pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until tender and cooked through, about 2 hours. Remove and cool 15 minutes.
  • Increase oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Open foil, drain and discard any accumulated juices and fat. Brush barbeque sauce on all sides of rack.
  • Place rack meat-side up and return to oven, leaving foil open. Bake for 10 minutes, remove from oven, and brush another layer of barbeque sauce on meat-side only. Repeat baking and brushing with sauce 4 more times, for a total of 50 minutes baking time.
  • Cut rack into individual rib segments and serve with more barbeque sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 87.6 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 782.3 mg, Sugar 42.2 g

BAKED BABY BACK RIBS



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Even a barbeque purist cannot scoff at these foil-wrapped, baked and glazed baby back ribs. They're satisfyingly sweet, savory, smoky and flavorful. The meat falls off the bones! Baking in foil also reduces the amount of clean up. You'll be busy enjoying these ribs -- who has time for dishes?

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 slabs baby back ribs, about 1 pound each (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chipotle chile powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, seafood seasoning and black pepper.
  • Place each slab of ribs on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to fold over and seal, then place on a baking sheet. Do not seal the ribs in the foil yet (see Cook's Note). Generously sprinkle the dry rub on both sides of the ribs. Place in the refrigerator, meat-side down and uncovered, for at least 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, combine the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Worcestershire and minced garlic. Pour half the liquid over each slab and tightly seal each in the aluminum foil, crimping the edges to make a packet.
  • Transfer the foil packets and baking sheet to the oven and bake until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bones, about 2 hours.
  • Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Carefully open the aluminum packets and pour the braising liquid into a small saucepan. Bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat until it becomes a thick and syrupy glaze, about 4 minutes.
  • While the braising liquid reduces, line a baking sheet with foil and gently transfer the ribs to it. Position a rack on the top level of the oven and preheat the broiler.
  • Using a pastry brush, generously brush the ribs with about half the glaze. Place the ribs under the broiler for about 1 minute. Brush with the remaining glaze and return to the broiled until charred in spots, about 1 minute more. Slice each rack between the bones into 2-rib portions and serve.

NO-FUSS BAKED BABY BACK RIBS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h25m

Yield 15 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup soy sauce
1 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 racks baby back ribs (about 2 pounds each), membranes removed
2 cups yellow mustard
2 cups dark brown sugar
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 heaping teaspoons garlic powder
2 heaping teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the ribs: Mix together the soy sauce, Worcestershire, liquid smoke, brown sugar, ginger, pinch of salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a large measuring cup. Arrange the ribs in a roasting pan, hotel pan or baking dish large enough to fit them all. Pour the marinade over the ribs. Toss and flip until all the ribs are coated. Marinate 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line 3 rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  • Place 2 racks of ribs on each baking sheet, meat-side up. Brush with any remaining marinade left behind in the roasting pan. Cover with more foil. Bake for 2 hours.
  • For the Carolina moppin' sauce: Meanwhile, put the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, granulated sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and tomato sauce in a large saucepan and whisk until completely combined. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce to medium-low and simmer until thickened, about 1 hour.
  • Uncover the ribs and drain off the fat, reserving for another use (see Cook's Note). Mop or brush the sauce on both sides, returning the ribs to meat-side up. Raise the oven to 300 degrees F and bake the ribs, uncovered, until the meat is tender and the sauce begins to caramelize, about 1 more hour.
  • Mop the ribs again on both sides. Raise the oven to 375 degrees F and bake the ribs, uncovered and adding more sauce as it absorbs, until the meat gets brown and caramelized, about 1 hour more. Cut the ribs into individual pieces. Use the remaining sauce for serving, or keep in the refrigerator for later use.

DELICIOUS OVEN BAKED BARBECUE BABY BACK RIBS



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For the best taste prepare the sauce a day ahead to blend flavors --- although I have 6 servings listed for these ribs, my DS and DS could eat the whole thing just between themselves they are that delicious! I have made this recipe using side ribs also but I suggest to boil them first for about 20 minutes before cooking them in the oven for side ribs, I have to say that back ribs are better --- I always most always serve these ribs with my recipe#102617 --- you will *love* these ribs!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 racks of baby-back pork ribs
salt and pepper (can use seasoning salt)
2 cups of prepared barbecue sauce (recipe below)
2 cups ketchup
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
4 cups water
1 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup chili powder
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 teaspoon liquid smoke (to taste) (optional)
black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare this sauce a day ahead and chill overnight.
  • In a saucepan combine all ingredients and bring to a slow boil, stirring occasionally to prevent from scorching (about 30-35 minutes).
  • You can strain the sauce if desired to remove the onion and garlic, that is optional.
  • Cool to about room temperature; cover and chill overnight or up to 2 days.
  • Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper, then let the ribs sit out for 30 minutes at room temperature before baking.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a large baking sheet/s.
  • Place the ribs (meat side up) on baking sheet.
  • Bake the ribs for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the ribs and brush on about 1/4 cup prepared sauce over each rack of ribs; return to oven and continue to bake for 20 minutes longer.
  • After 20 minutes, remove and brush another 1/4 cup over each rack, place back in the oven for another 20 minuters.
  • Repeat again using 1/4 cup sauce this time for about 25-30 minutes (100 minutes baking time in total).
  • Cut the ribs into thirds and arrange on a serving platter; rub a bit more sauce over the top of the ribs and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1493.3, Fat 89, SaturatedFat 31.2, Cholesterol 369.5, Sodium 2246.6, Carbohydrate 70.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 54.1, Protein 104.8

Tips:

  • Choose baby back ribs that are meaty and have good marbling.
  • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs to help them cook more evenly.
  • Use a flavorful rub to coat the ribs before baking.
  • Bake the ribs at a low temperature for a long time to allow them to become tender and fall off the bone.
  • Baste the ribs with barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking to add flavor and moisture.
  • Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

Baked baby back ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips above, you can create ribs that are tender, flavorful, and fall-off-the-bone delicious. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give baked baby back ribs a try!

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