Slow-Cooked Baby Back Ribs

American · Winter · 240 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

These slow-cooked baby back ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and full of flavor. Perfect for a hearty winter meal with the family.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds baby back ribs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Pat them dry with paper towels.
3. Mix the olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl to create a dry rub.
4. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.
5. Place the ribs on a baking sheet, bone-side down, and cover them tightly with aluminum foil.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, or until the meat is very tender.
7. In a small saucepan, mix the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Simmer for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
8. Remove the ribs from the oven, discard the foil, and brush them generously with the sauce.
9. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake the ribs, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
10. Let the ribs rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.