Smoky BBQ Beef Back Ribs
Indulge in the rich, smoky goodness of these BBQ beef back ribs. Tender meat falls effortlessly off the bone, enveloped in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce that elevates your dining experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish promises to create lasting memories around the table. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you’ll impress family and friends with restaurant-quality flavors right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef back ribs
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup favorite BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and pat the beef back ribs dry.
- Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl; rub generously over both sides of the ribs.
- Sear ribs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drizzle apple cider vinegar over hot ribs then wrap them tightly in aluminum foil on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 3 hours until fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, season the ribs a day ahead and let marinate in the fridge. You can substitute spices for unique blends like chipotle chili powder for an extra kick. If using a grill or smoker, cook at 225°F for 5-6 hours for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.