Description
These BEST Grilled Ribs are tender, juicy, and full of smoky flavor, perfect for summer BBQs or any backyard cookout.
Ingredients
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- 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4–5 lbs total)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Olive oil for greasing grill
Instructions
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs. Let sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for more flavor.
- Preheat grill to 275°F (135°C) using indirect heat.
- Place ribs on the grill, bone side down. Close the lid and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, checking occasionally to maintain consistent heat.
- Brush ribs with BBQ sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking, turning occasionally and brushing more sauce on each side.
- Once ribs are tender and the meat starts pulling away from the bones, remove from the grill.
- Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use indirect heat to avoid burning the ribs.
- For extra smokiness, add wood chips to the grill.
- Homemade BBQ sauce enhances flavor but store-bought works fine.
- Remove silver skin membrane for better texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 rack
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg