Oven Ribs, Even Better
Total Time
6 hours
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Ingredients
~5 servings
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika (sweet, hot, or smoked)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt (Diamond brand)
- Chipotle powder or ground red pepper (cayenne) to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 5-pound rack spare ribs
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
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Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 200°F.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine all spices and seasonings.
Step 3
Place the rack of ribs, meatier side up, on a piece of foil. Sprinkle half of the spice rub over the rack, patting it on generously, including the sides.
Step 4
Flip the rack of ribs onto the foil so they’re meatier side down and pat on the remaining rub.
Step 5
Tightly fold the foil to seal packets.
Step 6
Set a metal rack over a baking sheet and place foil-wrapped ribs on top.
Step 7
Bake for 4 hours, then reduce temperature to 175°F for 2 more hours, or until a fork easily penetrates the meat.
Step 8
Open the packet carefully and pour accumulated juices into a saucepan. Bring to a full boil and reduce until syrupy.
Step 9
Stir in vinegar for barbecue sauce.
Step 10
Cut the ribs apart and spread them on a serving tray.
Step 11
For extra caramelization, broil them for a couple of minutes.
Step 12
Serve ribs with sauce on the side.
Step 13
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Chef's notes
Cooking time can be adjusted with different temperature settings:
2.5 to 3 hours at 300°F, 3.5 to 4 hours at 250°F, or 4 hours at 225°F.
For the sauce, use it judiciously as it will be fairly salty.
