These Sweet and Spicy BBQ Pork Ribs are a delicious blend of tender meat and flavorful barbecue sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or a backyard cookout, these ribs will be a hit with everyone!
You’ll Need:
Ribs:
- 2 to 2 1/2 pounds pork ribs
- Salt and black pepper
- Sweet and spicy barbecue sauce (recipe below)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup ketchup (try our homemade ketchup recipe)
- 1 tablespoon hot chili sauce (such as Sriracha)
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and ground pepper, to taste
Directions:
Prepare the Ribs:
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- If the ribs have a thin membrane covering the back, remove it. (See notes below for tips on how to do this.)
- Season both sides of the ribs generously with salt and black pepper. If using a spice mixture, rub it onto the ribs. Place the ribs meat-side up in a large roasting pan or on a rimmed baking sheet. (You may need to cut the ribs in half to fit them into the pan.)
- Cover the pan or baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil and cook in the preheated oven until the meat easily pulls away from the bones, about 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours. Check the ribs after 2 hours to monitor their progress. The ribs are done when the meat is cooked through and tender.
Prepare the Barbecue Sauce:
- While the ribs are cooking, prepare the barbecue sauce. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the ground cumin and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in the ketchup, hot chili sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook the sauce for about 2 minutes, then set aside to use with the ribs.
Finish the Ribs:
- When the ribs are done, remove them from the oven and discard the aluminum foil. Generously brush both sides of the ribs with the prepared barbecue sauce.
- Optional: For extra caramelization, you can place the sauced ribs under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve the ribs hot and enjoy!
Notes:
- To remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, slide a knife under the membrane and over a bone at one end of the rack. Lift and loosen the membrane until it tears, then grab the edge of the membrane with a paper towel and pull it off.
Enjoy your flavorful and tender Sweet and Spicy BBQ Pork Ribs!