This tutorial will guide you through making delicious BBQ baby back ribs right in your own oven. I find that cooking ribs in the oven is not only simple but also delivers tender, flavorful results that can rival those cooked on a grill. Let’s explore the process!

First, you’ll need to gather the crucial ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for the perfect BBQ baby back ribs:

• 1 rack of baby back ribs
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon of onion powder
• 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce

Now that you have your ingredients, the first step is to prepare the ribs. Start by preheating your oven to 300°F (150°C). This low and slow cooking method helps to break down the connective tissues, resulting in tender meat. I like to remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs, as this will allow the seasoning to penetrate better.

Once that’s done, drizzle olive oil over the ribs. In a bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mix all over the ribs, ensuring every inch is coated. This step is vital for maximizing flavor!

Next, wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil. This will help to keep the moisture in as they cook. Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and pop them in the preheated oven. Cook them for about 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on the thickness of the ribs. I usually check them around the 2-hour mark to gauge their tenderness.

During the last 30 minutes of cooking, it’s time to add your BBQ sauce. Carefully remove the ribs from the oven and unveil the foil. Be cautious, as hot steam will escape. Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce all over the ribs, and then return them back to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes. This step will create a delicious, sticky glaze that you simply can’t resist!

After 30 minutes, your BBQ baby back ribs should be perfectly cooked. To ensure they’re ready, look for meat that has pulled back from the bones. This is a sign of tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs. If you want a bit more char, you can place them under a broiler for a few minutes, but watch closely to avoid burning!

Once they’re done, take the ribs out of the oven, let them rest for a few minutes, and then slice them between the bones. Serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side, and enjoy your homemade, mouth-watering BBQ baby back ribs!

I hope you enjoy making and savoring these ribs as much as I do. Happy cooking!