Tender Baby Back Ribs with Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• Baby back ribs (2 racks)
• Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
• Paprika (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic powder (1 tablespoon)
• Onion powder (1 tablespoon)
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Barbecue sauce (1 cup)
• Apple cider vinegar (1/4 cup)
• Worcestershire sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Mustard (1 tablespoon)
• Honey (2 tablespoons)
• Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by loosening it with a knife and pulling it off; this helps to ensure tenderness.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful dry rub.
4. Generously rub the dry rub all over the ribs, ensuring they are evenly coated for maximum flavor.
5. Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet to collect any drips.
6. Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until they are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bones.
7. While the ribs are baking, prepare the homemade barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, honey, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
8. Once the ribs are done baking, carefully unwrap the foil and transfer the ribs to a preheated grill.
9. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the ribs with the prepared barbecue sauce on both sides.
10. Grill the ribs for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are nicely charred and the sauce is caramelized.
11. Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
12. Serve the tender baby back ribs with additional barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.