Tender, juicy oven-baked beef ribs with a caramelized BBQ glaze — no smoker required.
🧂 Ingredients
For the Ribs
- 3 lbs beef back ribs or short ribs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
For the Glaze (Optional)
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
🔪 Instructions
- Prep the Ribs. Remove the thin silver membrane from the back of the ribs using a paper towel for grip. This step helps ensure tenderness.
- Season Generously. Pat ribs dry and drizzle with olive oil. Mix the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and brown sugar; rub evenly over both sides. Let rest 15–30 minutes at room temperature.
- Bake Low and Slow. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Wrap ribs tightly in aluminum foil (seal well) and place on a baking sheet, bone side down. Bake 2½–3 hours, until fork-tender and the meat pulls easily from the bone.
- Add the Glaze. Carefully open the foil, brush ribs with barbecue sauce (and honey if using). Return uncovered to the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch closely so it doesn't burn.
- Rest and Serve. Let ribs rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce, roasted potatoes, or coleslaw.
💡 Tips for Perfect Ribs
- Don’t rush it. Low and slow is the secret to fall-off-the-bone ribs.
- Use a baking rack inside the sheet pan for crisper edges and to allow fat to drip away.
- Want smoky flavor? Add 1 tsp liquid smoke to the rub or sauce, or finish briefly under a grill for added char.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Creamy mashed potatoes or garlic butter rice
- Grilled corn on the cob
- A crisp coleslaw or garden salad
- Freshly baked cornbread
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