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Party Ribs Recipe

Published: May 17, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 3 hours Total Time: About 3 hours 20 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds baby back ribs
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F
  2. Remove membrane from back of ribs
  3. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and cumin
  4. Rub seasoning mixture all over ribs
  5. Wrap ribs tightly in foil and place on baking sheet
  6. Bake for 2 1/2 hours until tender
  7. In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, honey, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce
  8. Remove ribs from foil and brush with sauce
  9. Increase oven temperature to 400°F
  10. Bake for 15 minutes until sauce is caramelized
  11. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing

Special Notes

These party ribs are perfect for feeding a crowd and are incredibly tender and flavorful. The long, slow cooking process ensures the meat falls off the bone. The combination of spices creates a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors. You can customize the sauce by adding different ingredients like hot sauce or different types of vinegar. These ribs are perfect for parties, potlucks, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests.

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