Best 2 Chef Johns Baby Back Ribs Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our irresistible baby back ribs recipes. These delectable ribs, known for their perfect balance of meat and bone, are slow-cooked to achieve fall-off-the-bone tenderness, while their smoky, savory flavors will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic barbecue sauce or a zesty Asian glaze, our diverse collection of recipes caters to every palate. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these exceptional baby back rib creations that promise a memorable dining experience.

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CHEF JOHN'S COPYCAT MCRIB® SANDWICH

Chef John's Copycat McRib® Sandwich image

I tip my cap to a certain fast food franchise for coming up with the idea for a boneless baby back rib sandwich, the only downside being that they use about 60 mystery ingredients-- ribs not necessarily being one of them. That's why you should try this easy homemade version with real ribs; simply bake, chill, cut, sauce, finish on the grill, and voila! One of the best sandwiches I've ever had.

Provided by Chef John

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

Time 11h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

⅓ cup kosher salt
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 racks baby back pork ribs
1 cup barbecue sauce, divided
4 sesame hamburger rolls, split and toasted
1 cup coleslaw

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Mix salt, brown sugar, chili powder, pepper, cumin, and cayenne together for the rub.
Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet. Season both sides generously with some of the rub. Reserve remaining rub for another use. Cover top with parchment paper and wrap foil over the edges. Cover the whole baking sheet with another large sheet of foil, sealing in the sides.
Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Unwrap ribs and let cool briefly until safe to handle. Pull out the bones, stuffing any loose pieces of meat back into the holes and checking carefully for bone fragments. Wrap ribs back up and refrigerate until cold, 8 hours to overnight.
Cut each rack in half. Brush both sides generously with barbecue sauce.
Preheat a charcoal grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Grill ribs until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from grill and brush with more barbecue sauce.
Drizzle more barbecue sauce onto each roll. Sandwich each rib section between a roll and top with coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 963.1 calories, Carbohydrate 80.5 g, Cholesterol 179.5 mg, Fat 51.7 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 44.9 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 8820 mg, Sugar 33 g

BAKED BBQ BABY BACK RIBS

Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs image

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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Choose high-quality baby back ribs: Look for ribs that are meaty, well-marbled, and have a good amount of fat.
Use a good quality BBQ sauce: The BBQ sauce is a key component of this recipe, so make sure to choose one that you like. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
Cook the ribs low and slow: This will help to tenderize the ribs and allow the flavors to develop.
Baste the ribs regularly: Basting the ribs will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
Use a meat thermometer to check the ribs for doneness: The ribs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Chef John's Baby Back Ribs is a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe. By following these tips, you can make sure that your ribs turn out perfect every time. This recipe is perfect for a backyard barbecue or a special occasion dinner. Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.