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Honey Glazed BBQ Ribs with Smoky Sauce

Honey Glazed BBQ Ribs with Smoky Sauce

Tender and flavorful Honey Glazed BBQ Ribs with Smoky Sauce will be your new favorite dish. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe guarantees juicy ribs every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 racks baby back ribs
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Foil
  • Saucepan
  • Basting brush
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of the ribs generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Let the ribs sit for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 300°F.
  5. Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil, bone-side down, and cover tightly with another layer of foil.
  6. Bake for 2.5 hours.
  7. While the ribs bake, make the glaze by combining honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan over medium heat.
  8. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
  9. Brush the cooked ribs generously with the glaze.
  10. Optionally, grill the ribs for a few minutes or place them under the broiler for 5 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  11. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh spices for maximum flavor and don't skip the resting time to ensure juicy ribs! For an extra flavor boost, consider rubbing the ribs with mustard before seasoning. If you have leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Never microwave the ribs to reheat; opt for the oven to maintain texture. Feel free to experiment with wood chips if using a smoker for enhanced smokiness!
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