Fall Off the Bone Sticky Barbecue Ribs: A Step-by-Step Guide
Barbecue ribs are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. When cooked properly, the ribs should be fall-off-the-bone tender with a sticky, flavorful glaze. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you make the perfect barbecue ribs:
Ingredients:
* 1 rack of pork ribs (3-4 pounds)
* 1 cup brown sugar
* 1/2 cup honey
* 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
* 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
* 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon onion powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2. Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for 30 minutes. This will help them cook evenly.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Brush the ribs with the glaze and place them on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
5. Cover the ribs with aluminum foil and bake for 2 hours.
6. Remove the ribs from the oven and brush them with the glaze again.
7. Cover the ribs again and bake for an additional 1 hour, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
8. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips:
* For a more intense flavor, marinate the ribs in the glaze for at least 4 hours before baking.
* If you don't have time to marinate the ribs, you can still achieve a delicious flavor by brushing them with the glaze before baking.
* To make the ribs even more sticky, brush them with the glaze every 30 minutes during the last hour of baking.
* Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.